LAWYER PROFILE

John Merry

UK 2026

Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

West Midlands

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors

Practice Areas

John Merry is a partner and the head of employment at leading Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales firm Lanyon Bowdler. He acts for employers of all sizes from small businesses to large national and international concerns, including in relation to business transfers, the preparation of contracts of employment, effecting dismissals and conducting in-house training. John advises both employers and employees in connection with employment disputes, tribunal proceedings and appeals and is an experienced advocate.

Career

Partner at Lanyon Bowdler since 2003 and a member of its management board, having joined as a trainee solicitor in 1997.

Professional Memberships

Employment Lawyers Association; Law Society.

Publications

Articles and press releases in regional press and publications.

Personal

John read law at the University of Liverpool (1995). Enjoys spending time with his family, travel and following Everton FC.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Employment - West Midlands

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Telford-based John Merry is the head of employment at Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors and has particular expertise in TUPE issues, in both reorganisations and transactions. He offers further capabilities advising on redundancy processes, contract and policy changes, as well as claims for discrimination.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

I would trust John with any situation we would find ourselves in.
EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
It’s a real asset to have someone so dependable and experienced to turn to, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services to other businesses.
EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
John's pragmatic approach gives us the ability to make commercially sensitive decisions, fully armed with the facts.
EmploymentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession