Sharpe Pritchard rises through the ranks in Chambers & Partners 2026 Guide

Sharpe Pritchard LLP, one of the UK’s leading public law firms, has once again achieved outstanding recognition in the Chambers and Partners UK 2026 Guide, securing top rankings across multiple practice areas and for several individual lawyers.

Sharpe Pritchard’s 2026 Chambers Rankings

In the latest Chambers results, Sharpe Pritchard:

• Maintains Band 1 rankings in
  • Electoral Law
  • Parliamentary Agency
• Rises to Band 2 for Administrative & Public Law

These results reaffirm the firm’s long-standing reputation for excellence in public sector, infrastructure and utilities law, and its trusted role advising public bodies, regulators and commercial organisations on complex, high-value projects.

Leadership Insight

“This year’s Chambers & Partners results are a fantastic reflection of the dedication and quality of our teams,” said Timothy Farr, Managing Partner at Sharpe Pritchard.

“To see departments move upwards while maintaining our high rankings across public law, infrastructure and Parliamentary work is testament to our people’s expertise and the trust our clients place in us.”

Individual Lawyer Rankings in Chambers and Partners 2026

The 2026 edition also highlights individual excellence across Sharpe Pritchard’s specialist teams.

Newly Ranked Lawyers

• Jonathan Blunden (Administrative & Public Law)
• George McLellan (Administrative & Public Law)
• Emily Knowles (Planning)
• Nicola Sumner (Public Procurement)

Continuing Band 1 Rankings

• Emyr Thomas (Parliamentary Agency, Band 1) and (Electoral Law, Band 1)
• Alastair Lewis (Parliamentary Agency, Band 1)
• Steve Gummer (Energy & Natural Resources: Water, Band 1, UK-wide)

These achievements demonstrate the firm’s depth of expertise and strong pipeline of emerging legal talent, ensuring continuity in client service excellence.

Commitment to Excellence and Growth

“Our growth in the Chambers & Partners Guide reflects both the consistency and evolution of the firm,” said Justin Mendelle, Senior Partner at Sharpe Pritchard.

“We’re proud to see new names joining those who have been recognised for many years, demonstrating that the next generation of Sharpe Pritchard lawyers is already establishing a strong reputation.”

About the Chambers and Partners Guide

The Chambers and Partners UK Guide is one of the most respected legal directories, assessing law firms through independent research and client feedback. Sharpe Pritchard’s strong performance, with numerous individual and departmental rankings, highlights the firm’s broad legal expertise and commitment to quality.

Contact Sharpe Pritchard

To learn more about Sharpe Pritchard’s public law, infrastructure, planning and procurement services, or to speak to one of the firm’s ranked lawyers, visit sharpepritchard.co.uk or contact the firm directly.