Express Solicitors is continuing its run of success adding to its rankings in the 2026 edition of the Chambers & Partners UK list.

Express has maintained its bands for Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence, in three and four respectively and the same Partners have been ranked.

Comments from personal injury clients featured in the guide include:

  • “Express Solicitors has a team of lawyers who understand the tactical nuances necessary to gain successful outcomes in the trickiest of cases.”
  • “They were friendly and down to earth and they listened to my needs. Everyone I dealt with at Express Solicitors seemed very professional and up to speed.”

Of the Clinical Negligence department the guide says:

  • “They are very professional but also very caring and understanding.”
  • “They focus on working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for clients, and to make sure to signpost clients to professionals and services that can be of benefit to them.”

Richard Lowery, Partner and Head of Employers’ Liability at Express Solicitors is ranked in Band 2 as a Leading individual in this field.

Of him the guide says:

  • “Richard Lowery is a pleasure to work with. He is always prompt with his advice and input.”

And Michael Hardacre, a Partner in OL/PL, has maintained his Band 2 ranking.

His referees said:

  • “I cannot fault Michael in any way. His service has been excellent.”
  • “Michael Hardacre is absolutely fantastic. He secures really good outcomes.”

Nicola Simmons, Partner in Occupiers’ and Public Liability maintains her position in Band 3.

Her comments include:

  • “Nicola Simmons is a strong advocate for her clients.”
  • “When going through a claim, a lot of the information can be very hard to understand. Nicola understands this and breaks everything down into simple terms.”

Chambers & Partners is one of the most trusted independent directories of UK legal services, identifying the leading firms and lawyers in the UK in their respective areas of law.

A ranking from Chambers means that Express Solicitors has stood out in a rigorous, independent and in-depth research process and is one of the best in their field. The qualities on which rankings are assessed include:

  • Technical legal ability
  • Professional conduct
  • Client service
  • Commercial astuteness
  • Diligence
  • Commitment

CEO, James Maxey said: “The results we’ve achieved this year in Chambers and Partners and the comments about our solicitors, really demonstrate our focus on outstanding client care.

“Our service is underpinned by years of experience and expertise and these latest rankings complement our ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating. Thank you to all our clients and referees who took the time to give their feedback to Chambers.”

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