Banner Jones Recognised in Legal 500 2026 for 13th Year Running

Banner Jones Solicitors has once again secured recognition in the prestigious Legal 500, marking the firm’s 13th consecutive year in the directory.

In the newly published 2026 rankings, the firm is listed in Tier 2 for Family Law, Tier 3 for Commercial Property, and Tier 3 for Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence.

The firm’s Family Law team, which provides specialist services in both family law and care proceedings, retained its Tier 2 ranking. The Family Law team is led by Kelly Parks, recognised for her expertise in divorce, complex financial matters and pre-nuptial agreements, and described as a “very knowledgeable, first-class solicitor”. Lauren Mahon, praised by clients for her “valued advice”, was recognised by the Legal 500 as a Leading Associate.

Leading the care proceedings team, Vince Beckworth is a key contact for local authority care proceedings cases involving sensitive and complex issues such as child neglect and non-accidental injury to a child.

The Commercial Property team entered the rankings for the first time this year, underlining its growing reputation across the region. Known for handling complex and high-value matters – including commercial property sales and purchases, land acquisitions and disposals, plot sales, property finance, and development projects – the team’s inclusion reflects its strong track record and pragmatic, commercially focused approach.

Team members Andrew Fielder, Ben Couch and Hollie Watkins were also named Legal 500 Recommended Lawyers for the first time

The Personal Injury department also maintained its Tier 3 ranking, reinforcing its reputation in cases involving catastrophic and life-altering injuries such as brain and spinal trauma, amputations and fatal accidents. The team is also recognised for its expertise in sensitive clinical negligence claims and its work in employers’ liability cases.

Maintaining Legal 500 recognition for more than a decade highlights the breadth and depth of Banner Jones’ legal offering, as well as its continued focus on delivering practical, client-centred advice.

Simon Wright, Chief Executive at Banner Jones, commented: “We’re delighted to see our Commercial Property team recognised in the Legal 500 rankings for the first time, alongside the continued success of our Family, Care and Personal Injury departments. To be included in the directory for 13 consecutive years is a testament to the expertise and dedication of our colleagues, and to the trust that clients place in us.”

With offices in Chesterfield, Sheffield, Mansfield and Dronfield, Banner Jones continues to serve clients across the East Midlands and South Yorkshire.