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VWV receive 16 team rankings and 48 individual rankings in the Chambers & Partners 2027 Guide

15 Oct 2026

VWV is delighted to be recognised in the Chambers & Partners 2027 legal directory, with 64 rankings across 16 teams and 48 individuals, including 12 top-tier placements.


These results reflect the depth and quality of our expertise, with recognition across 16 practice areas and all four of our offices, including two improved team rankings. Our Corporate team in Watford has once again been recognised as top-tier, with Emma Cameron's individual ranking also moving into Band 1. Richard Philips continues to hold his Band 1 ranking, and Samantha Chaney has moved up to Band 2.

Emma Cameron, Partner and Head of the Corporate team, has said:

Emma Cameron

"I am really pleased that the hard work and expertise of the team continues to be recognised, confirming that our Corporate team is a market leader.”

Emma Cameron, Partner

Our Bristol Family team has moved up to Band 3 this year. Katie Hanson has been recognised as 'Up and Coming', while Samantha Hickman continues to hold her top-tier ranking in this area, as well as a Band 1 ranking in Family & Matrimonial: Mediators.

Samantha Hickman, Partner, commented on the rankings:

Samantha Hickman

“It is wonderful to see the Bristol Family team recognised again. This is a strong endorsement of the depth of expertise within the team and the consistently high-quality advice and support we provide to our clients. I am particularly delighted to see Katie recognised as ‘Up and Coming’, while receiving personal recognition as a Band 1 Family Mediator. Together, these rankings reflect both the strength of our established expertise and the talent coming through the team. I'm very proud of the progress we’ve made and remain focused on building on this momentum.”

Sam Hickman, Partner

In the 2027 guide VWV has received 48 individual lawyer rankings, which includes 16 new or improved rankings. Our Real Estate team has received four new individual rankings for this year. Philip Sheppard and Alex Gillott have both been recognised for the first time, as 'Associate to Watch'. David Power has been awarded Band 2 and Rowena Witter has been recognised as 'Up and Coming'. Chloe Brunton also joins the rankings for the first time, gaining a Band 4 ranking for her work in the Education sector.