Armstrong Teasdale Recognised in Chambers U.K. 2024 Edition

Armstrong Teasdale proudly announces its inaugural rankings in Chambers U.K. A respected source of legal market intelligence, for over 30 years the Chambers & Partners guide has been ranking both law firms and their lawyers. Today, the guide covers over 70 specialist areas of law and is a trusted and reliable source of information for those looking for legal services in the U.K.

Armstrong Teasdale’s Sport practice, led by Partner Zane Shihab, was ranked Band 6 in Sport, in recognition of the firm’s strong team and notable experience in a range of sports. Some of the world’s largest brands, professional athletes, world-renowned entertainers, sporting events, rightsholders and governing bodies have long turned to Armstrong Teasdale for counsel in all aspects of global brand management and protection, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (including endorsements and sponsorship opportunities) and the handling of complex litigation. The department earned fantastic feedback from clients and peers, including:

• "Armstrong Teasdale are client-friendly and good on the law and complex matters."
• "I like how practical they are, and they offer good value."
• "All our work is of significant value and time-sensitive, requiring a response that is of the highest quality and fast - I have never been disappointed and the team noticeably lean in."

As well as a department ranking, the firm also gained a lawyer ranking for Partner Ben Xu who was recognised as a ‘Up and Coming’ Lawyer for Immigration: Business. Xu has more than a decade of experience dealing with U.K. immigration and nationality matters, particularly matters with complex personal and business immigration issues. As well as high-net-worth clients, he also has acted for many corporate organisations, executives, EU nationals and individuals with human rights claims. Xu received a high level of feedback, demonstrating his focus on providing excellent client service:

• “Ben is an incredibly competent lawyer with a passion for intricacies of the law. He has a creative vision and deep expertise, while also providing a personable service.”
• “Ben Xu is very practical and tenacious. He will get results where other people don't.”
• “Ben is a complete professional. He is very focused and disciplined.”

“We are proud of the high level of service our lawyers provide to clients, and being recognised for that work in Chambers & Partners is testament to that,” said Partner and Leader – Europe Daniel O’Connell. “We look forward to building upon and advancing in the rankings in the coming year.”

The firm has long been ranked in the USA edition, for which rankings were announced in June 2023.