John Merry.

John is recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in the 2025 edition of the Legal 500, which says: ‘At Lanyon Bowdler, the ‘extremely thorough’ John Merry has a ’knack of explaining complex situations in a simple way.’

Testimonials from the 2025 edition of the Legal 500:

‘John Merry’s exceptional abilities were particularly evident in the handling of complex grievance and dismissal processes. His strategic insights and meticulous attention to detail played a pivotal role in effectively addressing the concerns raised.’

‘Speed and efficiency. John Merry. Very fast to react. Efficient. Understanding of our requirements with minimal input from ourselves.’

‘The solicitors are very approachable and knowledgeable – they answer questions in “English” – not solicitor speak. John Merry in particular is always available to take a call and offer excellent advice.’

‘John Merry is supportive, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable. He will always listen and advise accordingly.’

‘John Merry is a credit to his profession. From the first meeting with him, many years ago, it was evident that he “knew his stuff” but it is the open and honest, down-to-earth manner, in which he comes across that makes you feel so comfortable to work with him.’

John is ranked in Band 3 for the West Midlands by the 2025 edition of Chambers UK, which says: “Telford-based John Merry is the head of employment at Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors and has particular expertise in TUPE transfers and TUPE’s application or otherwise to reorganisations and transactions. He offers further capabilities advising on redundancy processes, contract and policy changes as well as claims for discrimination.”

Testimonials include:

“John is exceptional. He’s very experienced, simplifies things and always goes the extra mile to get to where we need to be.”

“I completely trust and value John’s advice; he has taken the time to understand our business and he feels almost like an in-house resource.”

“I can’t speak highly enough of John Merry- he offers very specific, pragmatic and commercially-minded advice.”

“John rapidly gets to grips with the issue at hand, cutting through the noise to find the nub of the problem and find an effective solution.”