Ranking tables
Transport: Logistics | UK
UK-wide
Rankings overview for Departments
Caroline Bridge Hill Dickinson LLP14 Years Ranked
Catherine Emsellem-Rope HFW3 Years Ranked
Daniel Martin HFW7 Years Ranked
John Flaherty Clyde & Co LLP11 Years Ranked
Linda Jacques Lester Aldridge LLP10 Years Ranked
Matthew Gore HFW3 Years Ranked
Richard Allingham Hill Dickinson LLP4 Years Ranked
Tom Turner Hill Dickinson LLP7 Years Ranked
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 HFWTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedHFW has a market-leading logistics practice with experience in a wide array of matters including transactions, logistics disputes and competition issues. It maintains a strong multi-modal transport practice, combining sea, air, road and rail freight expertise. The firm represents an enviable roster of clients featuring major insurers, logistics companies and operators. In addition, the team has notable strength in ports and terminals work, including both contentious and non-contentious matters.
1 Hill Dickinson LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedHill Dickinson has a prominent team that is adept at advising on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious matters, including logistics contracts, insurance claims and an array of logistics disputes. The team offers domestic and global clients the benefit of its substantial experience handling multi-jurisdictional matters. It is particularly strong in the marine industry, representing a number of key insurers and freight forwarders. The firm is also noted for its ability to assist with warehousing issues and matters related to salvage and general average.
1 KennedysTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedKennedys has excellent capabilities in contentious and non-contentious logistics matters, and has particular expertise in cargo claims and freight liability. It is frequently sought out by insurance companies and their clients to assist with contract drafting and contentious matters. The team has notable expertise in supply chain risk management, particularly with regard to high-value and project-related cargo. In addition, the firm is regularly involved in litigation in both domestic and international courts.
Band 2
2 Brodies LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedBrodies represents a range of clients, including ferry operators, freight forwarders and port authorities, in an array of logistics issues. It offers contractual and regulatory advice, as well as representation in disputes. The firm advises clients active in both domestic and international markets. It is also adept at advising on cases concerning transit by rail and road.
2 Clyde & Co LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedClyde & Co routinely acts for major logistics operators and their insurers on an array of contentious and non-contentious matters. The firm's areas of expertise include high-value disputes, logistics contracts and regulatory matters. It offers clients considerable international expertise based on a global network of offices that allows for robust cross-border support. The department is adept at handling litigation relating to damage and theft of goods and related cargo insurance claims.
Band 3
3 Backhouse Jones LtdTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedBackhouse Jones boasts a well-established team of transport lawyers noted for their demonstrated the ability to carry out cross-border disputes, defend clients against the Traffic Commissioner and advise on trade regulations. The team also specialises in freight transport law.
3 Birketts LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedBirketts has a solid team with expertise in CMR, multi-modal transport, and ports and terminals matters. It is also adept at advising on an array of regulatory and commercial issues. The firm represents clients in disputes concerning theft of goods, demurrage claims, tax claims and fraud, among other areas. The department maintains a broad client base including freight forwarders, insurers and shipping companies.
3 Shoosmiths LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedShoosmiths boasts a robust transport law practice, with particular expertise across supply chain management, distribution agreements and regulatory compliance. The team is regularly instructed on matters involving freight forwarding and warehousing, and offers end-to-end support to clients navigating complex contractual frameworks. Its client base includes global logistics providers, manufacturers and national retailers.
3 Thomson Snell & PassmoreTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedThomson Snell & Passmore provides advice to a wide range of clients in the logistics field. The firm guides clients through rail, road, air and sea matters, both contentious and non-contentious. It also has expertise in complex arbitrations.
3 WeightmansTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedWeightmans has a respected team that boasts a broad client base in transport and logistics. It regularly acts for owners and marine insurers, as well as hauliers and freight forwarders. The team is noted for its adept handling of disputes and insurance matters, and has additional expertise in regulatory compliance.
3 Wright Hassall LLPTransport: Logistics2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedWright Hassall is an established Midlands-based law firm with proven expertise in outsourcing and commercial contracts, employment law and dispute resolution. The firm's client base includes the likes of third-party logistics providers, transport providers and multinational corporations. It also demonstrates commitment to the local area and is a popular choice for many clients in the Warwickshire area and beyond.