Wiltshire law firm Goughs Solicitors has once again been recognised in the Chambers and Partners Global 2026 rankings, earning multiple Band 3 ratings for Family Law, Real Estate, and leading individual lawyers in these key practice areas.
This marks over a decade of consistent recognition in one of the legal industry’s most respected and independent guides. Band 3 status reflects strong, well-regarded firms with proven expertise — a significant achievement for a Wiltshire-based practice ranked alongside major national firms.
Firm Rankings for 2026
- Family/Matrimonial – South West: Band 3
- Real Estate: Band 4
Individual Rankings
- Ross Phillips – Family/Matrimonial, South West: Band 3
- Thomas Boyce – Family/Matrimonial, South West: Band 3
- Andrew Given – Real Estate, South West: Band 3
Client and Peer Feedback
Clients and peers continue to commend Goughs for its technical excellence, responsive service, and human touch. Feedback included:
- “Goughs have developed and enhanced an impressive family team.”
- “They consistently provide realistic advice and ensure expectations are well managed.”
- “Goughs are highly personable, approachable, and swift to respond.”
- “Our contact at Goughs understands both the complexities of real estate legals and the wider industry, which is invaluable to us.”
Lawyer Recognition
- Ross Phillips is described as “superb in terms of client care and focus on achieving excellent outcomes.”
- Thomas Boyce is recognised as “knowledgeable and personable.”
- Andrew Given earns praise for being “commercially aware and able to see the bigger picture.”
Thomas Boyce, Partner and Head of the Family Team, said, “Independent recognition from clients and researchers reinforces the quality, consistency, and commercial strength of our advice.
“To be ranked once again and to receive such positive feedback is incredibly rewarding. Our goal is always to combine deep technical expertise with empathy and clarity for clients navigating challenging times, and it’s humbling to see that reflected in these rankings.”
Andrew Given, Partner and Head of Housebuilding & Development, added, “Chambers’ recognition is built entirely on client feedback and independent research, so this ranking speaks volumes about the relationships we’ve built and the practical, commercially focused advice we deliver every day.”
Chambers and Partners conducts rigorous, independent research across more than 200 jurisdictions to identify the world’s leading law firms and lawyers. Rankings are based on client feedback, technical ability, client service, and commercial awareness, with Band 1 being the highest recognition.
Pictured above: Andrew Given, Partner and Head of Housebuilding & Development, Goughs Solicitors
