We’re delighted to see the expertise and dedication of our people recognised once again in the Chambers UK 2027 guide, with nine of our departments and 18 individual lawyers achieving rankings.
The latest results mark another strong year for the firm, with new individual rankings, improvements across several practice areas and continued recognition for our specialist legal expertise.
Among the standout achievements, the firm's Corporate & Commercial team has secured a prestigious Band 1 ranking for SME and owner-managed businesses in the North West, alongside a rise to Band 2 in the West Midlands.
The results also recognise the firm's strength across a broad range of disciplines, including Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Property, Family, Planning & Environment, Employment and Litigation.
New rankings and individual achievements
Six lawyers have secured new individual rankings in the 2027 guide, reflecting the growing depth of expertise across the firm.
Emma McGlinchey has been ranked in Band 6 for Real Estate, while David Harries enters Band 3 for Planning. Layla Barke-Jones has achieved Band 5 recognition for Litigation, with Phil Caton securing Band 4 for Construction.
Stephen Taylor has also received a new Band 4 ranking for Litigation in the Midlands, while Jenny Gibson has progressed from Associate to Watch to Up and Coming in Employment.
There have also been further improvements for several established solicitors at the firm. Jamie Hawley has risen from Band 3 to Band 2 for Corporate/M&A, alongside Mark Turner, who has also moved from Band 3 to Band 2 for Planning.
Ben Mason has progressed from Band 4 to Band 3 for Employment in the West Midlands.
Further individual recognition has been awarded to Stuart Scott-Goldstone, Joseph Fletcher-Hunt, Hugh Strickland, Zoe Lloyd, Lorraine Saunders, Simon Magner Mawdsley, Claire Brook, Helen Watson and Mark Davies.
These results reflect the strength of our specialist teams and our continued commitment to delivering exceptional legal advice, building lasting relationships and achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Nick Clarke, CEO at Aaron & Partners said:
"We are, of course, committed to delivering excellent outcomes and service levels for our clients, but the reality is that you would expect any firm of solicitors to say this. That’s why the rankings produced by third parties, in this case Chambers and Partners, are so significant. Their research with our clients and others we work with, and the resultant rankings demonstrate that our clients agree with our assessment!”
“We’re delighted with this year’s rankings and they are testament to the high standards our people maintain. I’d like to thank everyone across the firm for the part they play in our continued success”.
