Report Underscores Firm’s Significant Presence And Influence In Contentious Work

Irwin Mitchell is pleased to announce its impressive performance in the latest edition of The Lawyer magazine’s UK Litigation 50 for 2024 - demonstrating substantial growth and solidifying its position as a leading litigation practice in the UK.

Key Highlights:

• Revenue Growth: Irwin Mitchell achieved a 12 per cent increase in litigation revenue, rising from £192.4 million to £216.1 million over the financial year.
• Improved Ranking: This growth has propelled Irwin Mitchell from sixth to fourth place in The Lawyer’s UK Litigation 50 rankings.
• Headcount: Irwin Mitchell is also recognised for its substantial headcount, ranking seventh with a total of 520 litigation lawyers.
• ‘Giant’ Firm Status: Irwin Mitchell is categorised as one of the "Giant" firms in the UK Litigation 50, sector.

The Lawyer's UK Litigation 50 report is an authoritative ranking of the top 50 law firms in the UK, based on the revenue generated by their litigation and arbitration practices. This edition highlights the robust growth and dynamic changes within the UK disputes market.

Irwin Mitchell offers a comprehensive dispute resolution service, with specialised teams handling a wide range of litigation from commercial dispute resolution and property litigation, to assisting individuals with private matters such as divorce, wills, trusts, estate dispute, personal injury, medical negligence and public law.

Expert Opinion

“We are thrilled with our performance in this year’s UK Litigation 50. Our continued growth and improved ranking highlight our dedication to delivering exceptional legal services and achieving successful outcomes for our clients.

“While the market faces challenges, there are also significant opportunities, such as the growth in sports disputes and international disputes and arbitration. Additionally, we are seeing an increasing number of enquiries relating to financial services and professional negligence, as well as intellectual property disputes.”
Katie Byrne, Commercial Dispute Resolution partner at Irwin Mitchell 

Earlier this year, Solomonic, the litigation and analytics platform, described Irwin Mitchell’s Commercial Dispute Resolution team as ‘notably active’ in its review of the UK’s legal landscape. In the ‘Top Defendant by Volume’ category, Irwin Mitchell stood out as a leading performer, having already matched its total claim volume from 2023 in just the first half of 2024. The report also describes Irwin Mitchell as a ‘powerhouse’ in the insolvency sector, securing fourth place in the league table.

Expert Opinion

“Our firm’s success in the UK Litigation 50 is a testament to our multidisciplinary approach and dedication to client service. In the private client space, our expertise in family law, wills, tax, trusts, and estates allows us to provide comprehensive and tailored solutions. We are committed to supporting our clients through life’s most significant moments with the highest level of professionalism and care.” Ros Bever, managing partner of Irwin Mitchell's Private Client Group