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We are a top 100 legal firm with around 250 lawyers. We work for a mix of commercial, not-for-profit and private clients.

Russell-Cooke wins Law Firm of the Year at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2026

We were proud to be named Law Firm of the Year at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2026. The award recognises our continued growth and commitment to our clients, people and communities.

Lexisnexis Legal Awards 2026 Winner

Responsible Business Report 25-26

At Russell-Cooke, we are committed to doing the right thing for our people, communities and the environment, and support those seeking access to justice. In this year's report, we chart our progress against last year's objectives and outline our targets for the year ahead.

To find out more, read our 2025-6 Responsible Business report.

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In the spotlight

Renters’ Rights Act

We understand how significant the Renters’ Rights Act is for anyone involved in the private rented sector. Whether you're an individual who is a landlord, a tenant, letting agent or organisation working within the sector, we’ll help you stay informed and compliant. Our series page brings together the latest insights, analysis and guidance to help you understand what the reforms, effective from 1 May 2026, mean for you. You will also find a range of resources to help you navigate one of the most significant overhauls of landlord-tenant law in recent years. 

Real estate disputes
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01.05.2026

The Renters' Rights Act series: everything you need to know about the future of the private rented sector

Welcome to the renters' rights series. On this page, you will find a range of resources to help you navigate one of the most significant overhauls of landlord-tenant law...

Stephen Small, partner in the Russell-Cooke property litigation team.
Stephen Small
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Russell-Cooke news and insights

Keep up to date with the latest news, insights and events

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21.05.2026

Community impact: strengthening connections where it matters most

Community engagement is often viewed as an extension of a firm’s work. In practice, it is far more fundamental, shaping how people connect, collaborate and contribute...
Pippa Garland (1)
Pippa Garland
3 min Read
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21.05.2026

EHRC code laid before parliament in key step following Supreme Court ruling

Today, the long awaited new EHRC Code of Practice has been formally laid before Parliament under section 14 of the Equality Act 2006, prompted by the Supreme Court...
Michael Stacey, Partner in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, dispute resolution team. Carla Whalen, partner in the Russell-Cooke charity and not-for-profit law team. Lui Asquith, Associate in the Russell-Cooke Solicitors, regulation and compliance team.
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Michael Stacey, Carla Whalen, Lui Asquith
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20.05.2026

Let the buyer beware: prepping for sale and how to get your business ‘due diligence’ ready

Associate Hayleigh Southgate outlines the key due diligence considerations in business sales, explaining how buyers can...
Hayleigh Southgate
Hayleigh Southgate
4 min Read
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