Milberg London is proud to announce that the firm has been ranked as a Top Tier firm in the Legal 500 2026 rankings, a recognition that reflects our continued commitment to excellence, innovation, and client success.
The firm was ranked in the Group Litigation: Claimant category, a recognition of our strong track record in representing individuals in large, complex cases.
We are also delighted that several of our colleagues have been recognised individually for their outstanding contributions:
- James Oldnall, has once again been ranked as a Leading Partner, reflecting his exceptional leadership and track record in high-profile collective actions.
- Natasha Pearman, has also again been named as Leading Partner, a testament to her reputation as one of the foremost practitioners in competition and group litigation.
- Polly Blenkin has again been recognised as a Next Generation Partner, highlighting the pivotal role she plays in the firm’s successes.
This recognition is not only an acknowledgment of the individual achievements of our lawyers but also a testament to the strength of our collaborative culture and our determination to deliver justice on behalf of our clients.
Here’s what Legal 500 had to say:
The ‘very knowledgeable and hardworking team’ at Milberg London has ’quickly distinguished itself as a dynamic and highly capable force in the group litigation space’, with expertise spanning product liability, financial markets, private equity, and complex shareholder issues. ‘Highly skilled litigator’ James Oldnall heads the practice, specialising in claims against leading institutional defendants and complex data protection matters. Also leading the team is Edward Cardington, who has vast technology expertise. Natasha Pearman is ’excellent at engaging with class representatives’ and often handles matters in the pharmaceuticals, construction, and financial services sectors, areas in which Polly Blenkin is also key. Gavin Lubczanski and Hadley Zielonka are also noted.
The Legal 500 directory also recognised Edward Cardington as practice head and listed Gavin Lubczanski, Hadley Zielonka and Katharine Silverleaf as other key lawyers.
Testimonials included:
- ‘Excellent at group actions, particularly those involving complex technical issues and evidence.’
- ‘James Oldnall – great strategist; Ed Cardington – excellent technical knowledge, stemming from a scientific background; Katherine Silverleaf – very able associate lawyer.’
- ‘Superb service offered by this niche firm that competes with ease with the larger law firms working in this space.’