LDI retains top-tier firm ranking in Legal 500 UK 2027
Monday 19 October 2026
We are delighted that Laura Devine Immigration continues to be recognised as a leading immigration firm in Legal 500 UK 2027, achieving Band 1 rankings across all three departments, with eight ranked lawyers and a further eight recognised as Key Lawyers.
Individuals
| Laura Devine | Hall of Fame (Business; Personal) |
| Natasha Chell | Leading Partner (Business) |
| Christi Jackson | Leading Partner (Business) |
| Zeena Luchowa | Next Generation Partner (all departments) |
| Francesca Sciberras | Next Generation Partner (Business) |
| Matthew Wills | Next Generation Partner (all departments) |
| Brian Naumann | Leading Associate (Personal), Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay) |
| Sam Ingham | Leading Associate (Business), Key Lawyer (Business) |
| James Clark | Key Lawyer (Personal) |
| Grace Matthews | Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay; Business) |
| Ellie Herman | Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay) |
| Ludovica Bello | Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay) |
| Emily Rigg | Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay) |
| Zara Freedman | Key Lawyer (Human rights, appeals and overstay; Business) |
Congratulations to our partners and to the entire LDI team on this thoroughly deserved recognition.
Thank you to our clients, peers and trusted partners who took the time to provide feedback to Legal 500. We are grateful for your support and the glowing testimonials.
View our full rankings and commentary here.
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