At Slater Heelis, we are thrilled to announce that we have made new strides in the Legal 500’s UK 2025 rankings!
This year, we’ve been recommended in 11 practice areas, an impressive increase from last year. Four of our talented team members have also been listed as ‘Leading Lawyers’ in the elite group of Leading Partners.
Our Insolvency team, led by Nick Goodman, has made its debut entry as a ‘Firm to Watch’. This is a major accomplishment for our growing Insolvency practice and highlights the high-quality expertise we bring to this complex area of law.
Our Crime and Regulatory team has also improved its standing, moving up to a Tier 4 ranking while maintaining our position as a ‘Firm to Watch’. Our Family Law team has held its Tier 2 ranking for an amazing eighth consecutive year—showcasing the consistent excellence and dedication of our practitioners.
These rankings are a testament to the outstanding talent and hard work of our team, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Rachel Fletcher, our Managing Partner, put it best:
“It’s amazing to be recognized in 11 practice areas, and to have so many individual employees acknowledged for their outstanding expertise and service makes me so incredibly proud. The results of this year’s Legal 500 rankings are a real testament to our investment in our people.”
Individual Success Stories
We’re delighted to see our team members shining in their respective fields:
- Mark Heptinstall (Family Law) has achieved a seventh year at Leading Partner status
- Jay Lafinhan (Property Law) has been named a Leading Partner in the Commercial Property field.
- John Gorner (Contentious Trusts and Probate) has also been named a Leading Partner, placing him firmly among the best in the industry.
- Simon Wallwork (Corporate Commercial) has also been named a Leading Partner for the seventh consecutive year
These recognitions highlight the strength of our leadership and the depth of our expertise across multiple areas of law.
A Testament to Our Team
“We’ve been on a major recruitment drive over the past few years, focusing on bringing in the best brains in the business. This year’s rankings are a testament to this investment in our people. With new additions to our team yet to be announced, we’re excited for the future as we enter our 252nd year in business.” Rachel Fletcher – Managing Partner
About the Legal 500
The Legal 500 highlights practice area teams that provide the most cutting-edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel. The report is compiled based on client feedback, firm submissions, and research from experts with unparalleled knowledge of the legal market.
Our mission today remains the same as it was in 1773: to provide the very best legal advice in our field. Being recognized in the Legal 500 2025 rankings validates our continued success and dedication to delivering exceptional client service. Here’s to many more years of excellence!