Legal 500 2026: Astraea is “ahead of the game”
Astraea is ranked Tier 4 for Commercial Litigation (Mid-Market) and Tier 3 for Professional Discipline, in Legal 500's rankings for 2026.
We are delighted to receive further recognition in Legal 500’s rankings for 2026.
“Their unique setup means they’re not hemmed in by standard practice. Ahead of the game in their offering, they’re able to cover lots of different areas with ease.”
James Ramsden KC ranked as Leading Partner for both Professional Discipline and Commercial Litigation (Mid-Market).
“James Ramsden is the gold standard for complex, high-value, international litigation. The best of the best.”
Rob Bedford has been ranked Next Generation Partner for Commercial Litigation (Mid-Market) and noted for his “deep expertise in resolving conflicts of law issues”.
Robert Bedford, Piers Rake, Oliver Mishcon, Rory Mulchrone, Joe Young and Lisa Jane McCreath are again Recommended for Commercial Litigation (Mid-Market).
“The team’s strengths and capabilities lie in the attitude and approach of the people within it. They work excellently together to provide a seamless service.”
James Ramsden KC and Rory Mulchrone are individually recognised for Professional Discipline, and Rory additionally as Leading Associate, “calm and approachable with deep experience at the SDT in particular“.
“James Ramsden KC – pre-eminent in the field, with strong strategic and commercial insight and able to handle forensically the most complex and challenging cases. Stellar advocate.”
Dispute resolution is at the heart of Astraea’s multidisciplinary offering. Our team comprises experienced barristers, solicitors, forensic investigators and intelligence analysts, all with deep UK and international disputes expertise.
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