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Flint Bishop celebrates record success in the Chambers UK 2026 Guide, with 12 ranked categories and 10 recognised lawyers, reflecting its growing national presence and client-focused excellence.
17 October 2025
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Flint Bishop has achieved national recognition in the Chambers and Partners UK Legal Guide 2026, with rankings across the UK-wide, Midlands, East Midlands, North East & Yorkshire, and Yorkshire: South & West regions.
Chambers and Partners is the world’s leading legal ranking and insights intelligence company, operating in more than 200 jurisdictions. It showcases the very best legal talent in the industry, connecting client needs with the right expertise across a wide range of disciplines.
This year marks a significant milestone for Flint Bishop, with a record 12 ranked categories and 10 recognised lawyers, reflecting the firm’s growing national presence, sector expertise, and unwavering commitment to outstanding client service.
| REGION | PRACTICE AREA RANKINGS | INDIVIDUAL RANKINGS |
|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | Corporate/M&A: SME/Owner-managed Businesses – Band 2
Employment – Band 3 Family/Matrimonial – Band 2 |
Martyn Brierley – Band 3
Briony McDermott – Up and Coming Angela Davis – Band 2 |
| Midlands | Litigation – Band 4 | Qamer Ghafoor – Eminent Practitioner Kelly Savage – Associate to Watch |
| North East & Yorkshire | Crime – Band 2 | Richard Etherington – Band 2 |
| UK – wide | Licensing – Band 3 | Andrew Cochrane – Band 2 |
| Yorkshire | Family/Matrimonial- Band 3
Intellectual Property- Band 3 Real Estate – Band 5 Corporate/M&A: £5 million and above – Band 3 |
Chris Burns – Band 4 Richard Buckley – Spotlight: Mediators |
| Yorkshire: South and West | Employment – Band 3 | Glenn Jaques – Band 4 |
The 2026 rankings, combined with overwhelmingly positive client feedback, highlight not only the depth and breadth of the firm’s expertise but also the talent and dedication that run throughout the organisation. They provide clients with the confidence that they are working with industry-leading professionals who are both highly experienced and genuinely passionate about their work.
Each achievement—whether retaining, improving, or securing a first-time ranking—strengthens Flint Bishop’s reputation and brings the firm closer to its goal of becoming a Top 100 UK law firm.
Congratulations go to everyone recognised this year, and appreciation is extended to all colleagues for their continued commitment to excellence and exceptional client service.
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