16 October 2024
The Legal 500, one of the UK’s leading legal directories, has announced its much-anticipated results for 2024. We are delighted to announce that we have achieved rankings in 11 practice areas, with 25 lawyers recommended.
Department rankings
The Legal 500 continues to rank our Employment and Wills, Trusts, and Probate teams in top Tier 1, maintaining their exceptional standing.
Employment (Tier 1)
The Legal 500 commends the Blaser Mills Employment team for their approachable and efficient service, noting their thorough approach and strong understanding of complex cases. One testimonial describes the team as “very approachable, efficient, and providing a thorough service,” adding that there was confidence in their ability to manage the case from the outset.
Noel Deans received praise for his expertise, “Noel Deans is affable and provides sound legal advice. He showed an immediate understanding of our legal issue and filled us with confidence in his ability to handle any complexities.”
Further feedback highlights the team’s collaborative and strategic approach: “It is clear that the Blaser Mills team works in a united, efficient, personal, and innovative way to deliver the best outcomes. Value for money is excellent.” Another added, “Each member of the team is 100% committed to getting the best outcome.”
Wills, trusts and probate (Tier 1)
The directory recognises the Wills, trusts, and probate team for their professionalism, welcoming approach, and commitment to offering sound advice. One testimonial states, “The team has served my family well over the years and is very welcoming and helpful, always there to offer advice.”
Jonathan Gallop is known for being “very professional, knowledgeable, and approachable,” offering strong support during difficult times. Minesh Thakrar and Sara Rendell are also highlighted for their helpfulness and support, with Rendell described as “really helpful and friendly” during a probate process.
Corporate and commercial (Tier 2)
We are also excited to announce that our Corporate and Commercial team has improved their ranking to Tier 2. “Blaser Mills reacts unflinchingly. We feel they have our backs and are dogged and successful in the defence of our interests.”
The team is known for its strong communication and dedication to clients, with feedback stating, “Great communication and an obvious care for your best interests. All responses are thorough and consistently reflect integrity and accuracy.”
The following teams have retained their rankings:
Family & divorce (Tier 2)
“The team are boutique in a sense that they are able to offer clients a bespoke service, clients really appreciate a personal touch point, their solicitor becomes a true emotional connection rather than just a perfunctory service. They are a first-rate team.”
Commercial litigation (Tier 2)
“Blaser Mills are hugely knowledgeable for our sector and always provide us with the support and advice and guidance on how best to proceed on certain cases. I value their opinion majorly and will always take their advice on situations. I trust their decisions are made with our businesses best intentions at heart.”
Debt recovery (Tier 3)
“They are really personable to speak to on an individual level. Every team member I interact with is so knowledgeable and goes above and beyond.”
Contentious trusts (Tier 4)
“Blaser Mills are the go-to firm in the Thames Valley for private wealth disputes, especially those concerning property and estates. Matthew Whipp deserves a special mention for his always reliable and exceptional client service and commercially pragmatic advice: clients love him.”
Property litigation (Tier 4)
“Blaser Mills champions the personal approach. You don’t feel like you are just a customer. They are on your side and trying to get the best possible outcome for you.”
PI & medical negligence (Tier 3)
Commercial property (Tier 3)
Construction (firm to watch)
Individual rankings
We are delighted to announce that Edward Lee has been recognised as a Leading Partner.
“Overall, Edward Lee stands out from his competitors due to his exceptional expertise, client-centric approach, strategic thinking, effective communication, accessibility, and commitment to excellence. These qualities make him a trusted advisor and valuable asset to clients seeking legal representation in corporate and commercial matters.”
Noel Deans, Naim Qureshi and Jonathan Gallop have retained their Leading Partner status.
“Noel Deans is affable and provides sound legal advice. He showed an immediate understanding of our legal issue and filled us with confidence in his ability to handle any complexities.”
“I work mostly with Jonathan Gallop who heads up the wills and probate team. He leads by example, always courteous and always efficient.”
Recommended lawyers
Our 2025 rankings also feature existing and new lawyer recommendations, including:
Sharron Bhandal, Minesh Thakrar, Karen Woodison, Sara Rendell, Jonathan Lilley, Kirsty Hughes, Lucinda Holliday, Kate Jones, Colin Smith, Matthew Whipp, Lewis Cohen and Victoria Harvey.
Congratulations to all of those involved and thank you to our referee’s for their participation and feedback.
To our full rankings please visit: L500 | Blaser Mills Law > England | Legal 500 law firm profiles | Rankings