New Rankings Success Positions JB Leitch as “Real Specialists”

Posted onOctober 3, 2024

This week the Legal 500 rankings for 2025 were released, which sees JB Leitch hold its high position in Tier 3 for property litigation, alongside some of the largest firms in the country.

For over 30 years, The Legal 500 has been analysing the capabilities of law firms across the world, with a comprehensive research programme revised and updated every year to bring the most up-to-date vision of the global legal market. The rankings are based on a series of criteria including notable cases, capability and technical expertise - highlighting the practice area teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice.

We are delighted that not only has the firm been recognised for its expertise in property law, but key individuals have been singled out for their outstanding work, including Principal Associate Katie Edwards, Principal Solicitor Jonathan Leitch, Associates Katie Orr and Lauren Walker and Legal Director Phil Parkinson, who receives Next Generation partner status for the second consecutive year.

An important component of the award is client feedback, which notes “JB Leitch are real specialists in their field. Their primary focus on long leasehold work is unique - the entire practice management ethos has developed with that specialism in mind” and that the firm is “a tight and focused team that is a match for any competition.’

Director Jonathan Leitch adds: “I am delighted that the new rankings provide such a high degree of recognition for the whole team and our recent successes. I’m particularly pleased to that some of our rising stars are being acknowledged for their remarkable achievements. In a time of significant change across the property sector, we are honoured that our clients have provided testimonials that reflect our dedication, focus and commitment”.

The good news arrives at an exciting time for the firm, with recent weeks seeing a host of new starters welcomed at every level of operation - from apprentices to solicitors. Coupled with a continuing programme of systems investment and resource development, the 140 strong team continues to look ahead with confidence and focus.

Written by Steve Sherlock

During our long relationship, JB Leitch has become part of our core team. Their Landlord and Tenant advice is authoritative and clear, and they understand our sector inside out. Their credit control service is highly effective, but also sensitive to the wider relationship we have with our leaseholders
Tim Wilson - Managing Director - E&J Estates
We have worked with JB Leitch for many years now. Their knowledge surrounding the legalities and technicalities of Service Charge collection is excellent and their approach is always helpful and professional.

During this particularly challenging time they continue to provide invaluable support by remaining easily contactable, sending regular reports and offering solutions to any problems that may arise.

Therina Crowley AMInstLM - Service Charge Arrears and Apprentice Supervisor - Encore
We have a strong and well-established working relationship with JB Leitch, having worked with them over a long period of time.

They have a good grasp on the nuances of residential property management so are well-placed to provide specialist advice and assistance on a wide range of issues affecting our industry.

They continue to provide invaluable support to our business, operating in many ways as a seamless extension to our in-house legal team.
Mairead McErlean - Legal Counsel - FirstPort
Over the last five years we have built a solid relationship with JB Leitch, they have provided us with a remarkable ground rent collection service for our freehold property portfolio on criteria and non-criteria debts. They provide a fast, effective recovery of our stand alone Ground Rent and also through their bolt-on Service Charge recovery by liaising with multiple managing agents on our behalf.
Bernadette Jones - General Manager - HomeGround Management Ltd
I would highly recommend JB Leitch although part of me would like to keep them a secret to ensure we have the advantage over competitors. They have increased my knowledge of the legal processes as well as the preparation required to avoid any issues from the beginning.
Dave Poppleton - Director - Inspired Property Management
JB Leitch are simply excellent. It is good to know that we are dealing with a market leading firm who provide superb quality up-to-date advice. When we give JB Leitch an instruction, whether a routine enfranchisement or a complex leasehold query they always deliver. They are highly responsive, professional and have a great team. A pleasure to do business with!
Jenny Jackson-Shilling - Director - The Freehold Group

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