UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire
Ranked Individuals
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Weightmans enters the rankings following increased recognition in litigation in Yorkshire. Based in Leeds, the firm is regularly instructed on contractual disputes, shareholder and director disputes, as well as on data- and IT-related claims.
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Weightmans is very strong, with an impressive client service; the customers are always kept up to date.
They showed analytical rigour, attention to detail and the ability to anticipate challenges. Their ability to distil technical matters into clear legal arguments is a testament to their proficiency.
They are effective in getting to the heart of the issue quickly and go the extra mile to deliver in matters. They strike an excellent balance between sound commercial awareness and legal knowledge.
They provided exceptional service and advice throughout the assignment. They explained things in a simple and straightforward manner, and they are highly responsive and swift.
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Anthony Rance at Weightmans works across the firm's Leeds and Newcastle litigation teams. He has a breadth of experience in commercial litigation matters, from shareholder and contractual disputes to professional negligence claims and cybersecurity matters.
Anthony is very good – technically strong and hard-working, he gets on very well with clients.
He provides strong commercial analysis and is really friendly and clever.
His approach was both strategic and pragmatic, focusing on preventing legal escalation while safeguarding my interests.
Leo Jones-Rowe is a respected litigation partner at Weightmans. He advises on an array of business disputes and having notable expertise in matters that arise between shareholders and joint venture partners.
He's very reliable and has got quite a large profile in the market. I trust him to do a good job.
A superb commercial lawyer, he's down to earth and able to deliver the results even with demanding timelines.
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