We are pleased to announce that we continue to be ranked as a leading firm for employers in Tier 2 in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 UK Guide.
Clients say “The team distinguishes itself through its combination of exceptional technical expertise, commercial pragmatism, and responsiveness. They consistently provide clear, actionable advice completely tailored to our risk profile, rather than purely theoretical legal analysis. A key strength of the practice is its ability to understand our company and risk appetite perfectly balanced with technical expertise.“
Three of our lawyers continue to be ranked as leading individuals:
- Paul Quain – Leading Partner
- Ben Smith – Leading Associate
- Deborah Margolis – Leading Associate
Six of our lawyers are recommended as key lawyers:
Managing Partner Jon Gilligan commented: “These rankings reflect not only the quality of our legal advice, but also the strength of the relationships we build with our clients. We’re proud to once again receive recognition both as a firm and through the individual achievements of our lawyers. It is particularly rewarding to see rising talent recognised alongside our established practitioners, demonstrating the depth of expertise across our team. We are grateful to our clients for their continued confidence in us and for the feedback that has contributed to this year’s results.”
The Legal 500 analyses the capabilities of law firms; the rankings are based on a series of criteria, and highlights teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel.
Thank you to our clients for the wonderful feedback and continued support.
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