Lester Aldridge is proud to be recognised once again in the Chambers UK Guide, with 19 lawyers and 13 practice areas ranked in the 2026 edition. The results reflect the firm’s continued commitment to excellence, client service, and sector expertise.
Chambers and Partners is the leading independent legal rankings organisation, assessing law firms and solicitors based on client feedback and market insight.
Highlights of LA’s rankings in the 2026 guide include:
- New individual rankings for Karen Watts (Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant), Matt Gilks (Planning & Environment), and Bethan Dodd (Real Estate).
- David Healy and Liz Oaten have both moved up a band in their respective areas (Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence).
- Laura Guntrip retains her prestigious Band 1 UK-wide ranking for Healthcare: Regulatory.
- A further 15 lawyers have retained their rankings from last year, demonstrating consistent excellence across a wide range of practice areas.
On the team front, Lester Aldridge continues to be ranked across a broad spectrum of departments, including:
- Planning & Environment, Real Estate, and Restructuring/Insolvency in The South
- Corporate/M&A, Employment, Litigation, Personal Injury, and Real Estate Litigation in the South West
- Healthcare: Private Sector and Shipping UK-wide
Tom Alder, Managing Partner, said:
“We’re delighted to see our people and practice areas recognised once again in Chambers UK. These rankings are a testament to the hard work, talent, and dedication of our teams across the firm. It’s especially rewarding to see new names joining the list alongside our consistently ranked lawyers.”
Lester Aldridge also continues to hold a strong position in Chambers HNW 2025, with Oliver Phipps recognised for his cross-border expertise in Private Wealth Law.
For full details, visit the Chambers & Partners website.
