Congratulations to all our ranked lawyers.
These results reflect your hard work, dedication and the trust our clients place in you. Recognised in Chambers High Net Worth — rankings based on independent research, in-depth analysis and extensive client interviews.
CHAMBERS HIGH NET WORTH 2026
UK National Leaders (Outside London)
Private Wealth Law Band 1
Birmingham and Surrounds
Private Wealth Law (Band 3) | Sarah Cairns (Band 3) | Charlotte Woodward (Associates to Watch)
Bristol and Surrounds
Private Wealth Law Heledd Wyn (Band 2)
Midlands
Private Wealth Disputes (Band 3) | Laura Abbott (Band 3) Mitra Mann (Band 3)
Milton Keynes and Surrounds
Private Wealth Law (Band 1) Charlotte Dunn (Band 1)
North West
Private Wealth Disputes (Band 2) | Adam Draper (Band 1) | Andrew Bishop (Band 3)
Reading and Surrounds
Private Wealth Law (Band 3) | Melissa Maple (Band 2)
Thames Valley
Private Wealth Disputes (Band 2) | Mandeep Chima (Up and Coming)
INDIVIDUAL RANKINGS 2026
Sarah Cairns
Private Wealth Law (Birmingham) – Band 3
“Sarah is highly experienced in private client and estate administration matters and brings a calm, practical approach to complex situations. She communicates clearly, provides decisive guidance and maintains a strong focus on achieving the best outcome for clients and estates under her management.”
Charlotte Woodward
Private Wealth Law (Birmingham) – Associate to watch
“Charlotte is excellent with people and clients speak very highly of her. I know that if I refer a client to Charlotte, they will be looked after.”
Heledd Wyn
Private Wealth Law (Bristol) – Band 2
“Heledd has a really good reputation in the Court of Protection space and is very much client first.”
Laura Abbott
Private Wealth Disputes (Midlands) – Band 3
“Laura Abbott’s responsiveness is almost instant. I can’t speak highly enough of her.”
Mitra Mann
Private wealth Disputes (Midlands) – Band 3
“Mitra is always willing to help us, advising us clearly of the steps we should take, updating us promptly and breaking down the complex law so that it’s understandable to us.”
Charlotte Dunn
Private Wealth Law (Milton Keynes) – Band 1
“Charlotte is the go-to lawyer for high-value private wealth matters in the region.”
Adam Draper
Private Wealth Disputes (North West) – Band 1
“Adam is an exceptionally talented solicitor who is down to earth and approachable.”
Andrew Bishop
Private Wealth Disputes (North West) – Band 3
“Andrew is good with clients and has a thorough knowledge of the relevant law.”
Melissa Maple
Private Wealth Law (Reading) – Band 2
“Melissa has been extremely helpful and understood my concerns when providing advice.”
Mandeep Chima
Private Wealth Disputes (Thames Valley) – Up and Coming
“Mandeep Chima has been outstanding. She provided clear, timely communication, handled complex legal issues with confidence, and always took the time to fully understand my situation and concerns.”

