Lester Aldridge has achieved strong results in the latest Chambers UK 2027 Guide, securing rankings across 11 practice areas and 25 individual lawyer rankings and recognitions.
The firm retained all of its existing departmental rankings, achieved four new individual rankings or recognitions and four individual promotions, demonstrating the breadth and strength of expertise across the business.
Among the highlights was a new Band 1 ranking for the firm’s Planning & Environment team in The South, alongside several new and improved individual rankings. Rebecca Walker moved up to Band 2 in Restructuring/Insolvency, while the guide also includes first-time rankings for Edward O’Brien in Employment and Estella Newbold-Brown in Family/Matrimonial. Ben Kerley and Victoria Charlesson were newly recognised as Associates to Watch.
Tom Alder, Managing Partner at Lester Aldridge, said:
“We’re delighted with this year’s Chambers results, which recognise the strength and depth of expertise across the firm.
Because the rankings are informed by feedback from clients and professional contacts, this recognition is especially valuable. Retaining all of our existing departmental rankings, alongside a number of new and improved individual rankings, reflects the quality of service our teams deliver and the trusted relationships we build with our clients.”
The firm’s rankings span a broad range of practice areas, including Corporate/M&A, Employment, Healthcare, Litigation, Personal Injury, Planning & Environment, Real Estate, Real Estate Litigation, Restructuring/Insolvency and Shipping.
Produced following extensive independent research, the Chambers UK Guide is widely regarded as one of the legal profession’s leading directories, recognising law firms and lawyers for their legal expertise, client service and market reputation.
