Blake Morgan achieves impressive 2027 rankings

Blake Morgan proudly celebrates another successful year, achieving a significant presence in the Chambers and Partners 2027 UK Guide. The firm saw its 38 practice areas ranked, with 12 securing coveted placements in Band 1, while an additional 24 earned spots in Bands 2, 3, and 4 of the esteemed directory. Moreover, the firm marked new achievements with recently secured rankings in Construction, Real Estate, and Restructuring/Insolvency in the South, along with Employment in Thames Valley, Information Technology in Wales, and Education across the UK. The accolades reflect Blake Morgan's commitment to providing exceptional service to its clients, as highlighted by their feedback: "Blake Morgan's greatest strength is its combination of deep specialist expertise and genuine client care. The team has demonstrated both depth and breadth throughout and has been consistently responsive." Another client emphasized, "Blake Morgan is a trusted strategic partner and adviser. I feel like they are always available when we need them."

The Chambers 2027 Guide serves to highlight lawyers recognised by their peers and clients as leaders within their respective fields. This year, the number of individual rankings in Band 1 or Band 2 rose to 29, complemented by 16 ranking improvements and four new recognitions. Among these, five lawyers received the distinction of 'Senior Statespeople', recognising their pivotal contributions to their specialisms.

The guide also showcases the firm's emerging talent, with six lawyers noted as 'Associates to Watch', alongside another four recognized as 'Up and Coming', and two named 'Star Associates'. Notable individual movers from Band 2 to Band 1 include James Williams in Corporate/M&A in Wales and Rajiv Joshi in Employment in Thames Valley. The comprehensive rankings reflect strengths in sophistication of work and client service, with clients commending the firm’s thorough and practical approach: “Blake Morgan's approach was brilliant, thorough and rigorous." Another remark highlighted, "The Blake Morgan team is both highly experienced and genuinely skilled, with individuals and teams who provide direct, honest and practical advice."

Chair of Blake Morgan, Helen Bunker, commented on the team's accomplishments, stating, “These results are a tremendous achievement for the firm and a reflection of the expertise, commitment and client focus demonstrated by our people every day. I would like to congratulate all our colleagues whose hard work has contributed to another strong set of rankings across the business. I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to our clients who took the time to be interviewed and provide feedback as part of the Chambers research process, and for the trust they place in us to support some of their most important opportunities and challenges.” Bunker further noted that these rankings underscore the firm's strength, revealing both established leaders and the emerging talent set to shape the future of law at Blake Morgan.