Legal 500 press release – Sherrards Soars in The Legal 500 2026: Multiple Teams and Individuals Recognised for Excellence

Gratitude at the Heart of Sherrards’ Success

Sherrards extends sincere thanks to its clients and contacts who took the time to provide invaluable feedback this year. Their trust and support have not only helped the firm secure ‘top tier’ status once again but also inspire the team to continually raise the bar. The Legal 500’s rankings are based on client feedback, independent research, and rigorous assessment—a process that truly reflects the quality of Sherrards’ work and relationships.

Dispute Resolution – Still at the Top

The Dispute Resolution team has retained its top tier ranking, praised by clients for being “reliable” and “very engaged and attuned to clients’ needs.” Paul Marmor, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution and International, is once again recognised as a Leading Partner, with clients highlighting his “ability to swiftly distil complex information, quickly identifying key issues and providing practical, solution-oriented advice.”

Karen Dobson, Greg Pooler, and Marta Grieve have also received high praise for their clarity, dedication, and success on behalf of clients.

Employment – Leading with Care and Expertise

The Employment team continues to shine as a top tier practice. The team was described as “amazing professionals who always go the extra mile. Their expertise and dedication really set them apart.”

Partner and Head of Employment, Mark Fellows, has again been recognised as Leading partner. One client shared that “Mark is very responsive and able to give realistic commercial advice whilst also ensuring that we follow the letter of the law. I have total trust in Mark’s advice.”

Emma Peacock and Emma O’Meara join Mark Fellows as recommended lawyers, reflecting the team’s ongoing commitment to putting clients first.

Private Wealth – Trust, Expertise, and Approachability

The Private Wealth department maintains its top tier ranking, with clients describing the team as “professional and approachable.”

Nicole Marmor, newly recognised as a Leading Partner, is commended for her dedication and client care, with one client stating: “No need to check competitors as we have always been well looked after.”

Francessca Rossi and Charles Burrell have also received client praise for their timely and competent advice and are included at recommended lawyers.

Commercial Property – Growing Strength and Recognition

Sherrards’ Southeast Commercial Property team continues to impress, ranked this year as Tier 3 and praised for “tailoring their services to the client’s needs.”

Terry Fendt’s first time recognition as Leading Partner and Stephanie Kierans’ status as a Next Generation Partner demonstrate the depth and strength of the team.

Sherrards’ London Commercial Property team was ranked Tier 4, with clients highlighting their ability to keep clients “informed every step of the way.”

Recommended lawyers Shane Knight and Guy Morgan also received recognition, with clients noting Guy Morgan as “outstanding and vastly superior.”

Corporate & Commercial – Trusted, Practical, and Value-Focused

The Corporate and Commercial Team at Sherrards has achieved a Tier 2 ranking, with clients commending the team’s “conscientious” approach and “good value.”

Recommended lawyer Leigh Head’s straight-talking, practical advice was also highlighted by clients.

These accolades are only possible thanks to the ongoing trust and partnership of Sherrards’ clients and contacts. Their feedback continues to drive the firm’s commitment to improvement, attracting and retaining the very best talent. Sherrards remains dedicated to delivering top-tier service which is clear, direct, and beautifully straightforward.

Nicole Marmor recognised as Top International Private Wealth Lawyer by Spear’s

Founded in 2006, Spear’s is a bimonthly British Magazine for ultra high-network individuals and for the people who advise them, focusing on the latest news surrounding wealth, business culture and luxury. 

Spear’s annually publish rankings on the top International Private Wealth advisers and service providers to high-networth individuals. These rankings are drawn from peer recommendations, feedback from clients, in-depth telephone and face-to-face interviews, data supplied by firms, as well as research conducted by the Spear’s editorial and research teams.

Nicole Marmor, Partner and Head of Private Wealth at Sherrards, was ranked alongside just four other “Top Recommended” International Private Wealth Lawyers for Probate and Wills for high-networth individuals in the UK. 

Nicole says “I am very grateful to the Spear’s team for the time and effort put in to be recognised as a top lawyer among so much talent. It is great to see a range of individuals showcased for their expertise and drive within the probate legal industry.”

If you would like to speak to Nicole, or a member of the Private Wealth department, please contact law@sherrards.com

To see the rankings on the Spear’s website, click here.

To see Nicole’s profile on Spear’s, click here.