Carlsons Solicitors climbs Legal 500 UK 2026 rankings for family law

We are proud to announce that Carlsons Solicitors has once again been recognised in the Legal 500 UK 2026 rankings, marking our fourth consecutive year of advancement in the prestigious Family: Divorce and Financial Remedy category. In addition, we are honoured to have been ranked in the new Family: Children category, reflecting our growing national reputation in complex family law matters.

The Legal 500 has acknowledged Carlsons for handling the full spectrum of family and matrimonial issues, with particular expertise in complex financial cases and sensitive children matters.

Our family law team is led by Daniel Russell and Richard Higham, a sitting Family Court Judge, both of whom continue to be recommended for their deep experience and strategic insight. Senior Solicitor Matthew Vincent has also been recognised as a Recommended Lawyer, noted for his specialist work involving family businesses, complex company structures, and cases that intersect with children’s disputes.

What our clients say

“Carlsons Solicitors provided me with outstanding legal support during one of the most challenging periods of my life… they took the time to understand the emotional complexities involved in my divorce and tailored their approach accordingly.”

“The team was consistently responsive, strategic, and thorough… Their strength lies not only in their deep knowledge of family and financial law but in their calm, firm guidance throughout negotiations and proceedings.”

“They are professional, attentive and caring with all matters I have used them for.”

We are grateful to our clients for their trust and to the Legal 500 for this continued recognition. At Carlsons, we remain committed to combining legal excellence with compassionate, client-focused service across all areas of family law.

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