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rradar’s 2026 rankings

rradar’s Business Crime and Regulation team was ranked in the Health and Safety UK-wide practice area, while its Employment team was ranked in the Employment Yorkshire South and West practice area. 

In addition, the firm has several ranked lawyers, each of whom received outstanding feedback from our clients.  

Three lawyers have received full Chambers rankings:    

  • Alastair Gray, Legal Director – Head of Scotland, Health and Safety Scotland – 

“We consider Alastair one of the best lawyers in the country. He delivers an exceptional level of service and goes beyond what is expected.” 

  • Solicitor Jeff Swales, Health and Safety UK Wide – 

“Based in Hull, Jeff Swales is an impressive health and safety solicitor within the rradar team. He has experience of representing both individuals and businesses in highly sophisticated matters, including HSE and DVSA investigations arising from fatal incidents.” 

  • Solicitor Rupert Nevin, Health and Safety UK-wide – 

“Rupert used his significant experience and awareness to provide effective guidance and representation, showing an ability to apply his knowledge to our sector and provide high quality advice.” 

Five of rradar’s lawyers were ranked as Associates to Watch:   

  • Janine Lawton in the Employment Yorkshire South and West – 

“Janine used her experience to bring clarity to a difficult situation and explained everything clearly so there were no surprises later in the process.” 

  • Priya Cunningham, Employment Scotland –  

“Priya brings a sharp, strategic mindset to complex HR issues. She’s excellent at navigating grey areas and policy interpretation.” 

  • Emma Simons, Employment Yorkshire North and East –  

 “Emma explained all the options and guided us through the process. She was responsive on emails and came to the hearing herself. 

  • Tom Bernard, Employment Yorkshire South and West – 

“Tom is really clear and comprehensive in his advice, and he goes further to give guidance on risks and advice on actions we can take, which is really helpful.” 

  • David Fitzpatrick, Health and Safety Scotland – 

“The level of service provided was flawless and he was particularly reassuring during the actual legal proceedings.” 

Firm-wide feedback 

We’re also proud to share what clients say about working with rradar’s team generally: 

  • “Their team from top to bottom is exemplary.” 
  • “Very well prepared, engaged and available.” 
  • “They took the time to fully understand complexities and dealt with them fastidiously.” 
  • “The service I received for my litigation case was excellent.” 
  • “rradar were very responsive on all the matters they dealt with for us. They had complete control of the facts of the case.” 
  • “They summoned a fantastic team quickly, response times were excellent, and they kept us at ease throughout – a great client experience.” 
  • “Without doubt, they deliver on every level from first contact to conclusion.” 
  • “All of my experiences with them have been excellent. Their knowledge and coverage are outstanding.” 
  • “They have a personable approach and explain things at a grassroots level.”