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The Legal 500 UK 2027 (Legalease, LTD.) Ranks Vinson & Elkins in Five Practice Categories, 27 Individual Lawyer Recognitions

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The Legal 500 UK ranks Vinson & Elkins in five categories. In total, 20 attorneys received 27 individual recognitions, with some ranked in more than one practice area.

Corporate clients told the guide that Vinson & Elkins “stands out for its ability to operate as a true strategic partner rather than a traditional legal advisor” and that it “consistently delivers under tight timelines without compromising quality and brings a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset that is particularly valuable in complex energy and infrastructure projects.”

Regarding disputes work, a client noted that the firm “combines strong sector commitment with broad construction experience and excellent arbitration and litigation capability,” and that “clients receive straight-talking, high-quality advice with clear recommendations, underpinned by a strong understanding of how best to position claims and disputes to achieve optimal outcomes.” They added that “client service is also a differentiator. The team is highly responsive and proactive, with initiatives such as their regular construction forum providing valuable insight, knowledge-sharing, and ongoing engagement beyond individual mandates.”

The following is a full list of The Legal 500 UK rankings for Vinson & Elkins’ practice areas and the lawyers recommended in each area.

Dispute Resolution – International Arbitration

Afolarin Awosika

James Barratt

Finance – Transport Finance and Leasing

Harry Upcott

Projects, Energy & Natural Resources – Oil & Gas

Michael Burns

Lauren Davies

Ben Higson

Andrew Nealon

Chris Strong

Chris Taufatofua

Projects, Energy & Natural Resources – Renewables

Lauren Davies

Roberta Downey

Louise Fischel-Block

Ben Higson

Andrew Nealon

Eamon Nolan

Chris Taufatofua

Real Estate – Construction: Contentious

Rupert Coldwell

Roberta Downey

Jarrod Gutsa

Nick Henchie

Xara Kaye

Angus Rankin

Scott Stiegler

Jess Webster

Real Estate – Construction: Non-Contentious

Kilian de Cintré

Roberta Downey

Andrew Nealon

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