Dolmans ranked “Top Tier” in the UK Chambers and Partners 2026 rankings
Dolmans is recognised as the only Band 1 law firm in Wales in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant in the Chambers and Partners rankings for 2026. Dolmans has been ranked in Chambers and Partners for 22 years. Chambers and Partners seek quotes from clients of the practice and other legal practitioners operating in the same area of the law.. The quotations are gleaned from confidential research about Dolmans.
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The 2026 guide states: -
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"Dolmans has an absolute wealth of talent and experience in high-value personal injury cases and is the go-to firm for defendant work. They are always willing to go the extra mile."
Chambers, 2026
“Dolmans have a particularly forensic approach to litigation. They are always exceptionally efficient and responsive.”
Chambers, 2026
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“Dolmans have deep experience and sector-leading knowledge that is displayed in this space.”
Chambers, 2026
​Managing Partner, Justin Harris, who has been ranked for 17 years, is again ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant, Wales. Justin is described as “a top-class legal mind and demonstrates unparalleled diligence and client care.” "He is, and has been for many years, the key player in this field, with an unrivalled knowledge of all the key issues and people involved in high-value personal injury litigation.”
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Peter Bennett, Partner, who has been ranked for 7 years is again ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant, Wales. Peter “is an experienced and robust litigator who never loses sight of the economics of a case but equally has a stomach for the fight where the arguments dictate that approach.”
Simon Evans who has been ranked for 6 years is ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant, Wales. Simon Evans is best known for his handling of complex claims arising from RTAs concerning motorcycles and multi-vehicle motorway collisions. He frequently defends claims relating to brain, spinal and orthopaedic injuries.
Clare Hoskins, Partner, who has been ranked for 3 years is ranked as a Band 2 lawyer in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant, Wales. Clare Hoskins regularly defends local authorities and insurers in social services claims. She often deals with claims arising from indemnity, liability and negligence. Clare “is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and highly regarded.”
Amanda Evans, who has been ranked for 2 years is ranked as a Band 2 lawyer in the category of Personal Injury: Defendant, Wales. Amanda Evans is well equipped to defend local authorities in defence of social services claims. She “is extremely competent and experienced.” “Amanda is brilliant on detail. She does the job brilliantly well and is very forensic and thorough.”
Dolmans has also retained Band 2 ranking for Police Law: Mainly Defendant - UK-wide. Senior Partner, Adrian Oliver, who has been ranked for 21 years is again ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in this category. Melanie Standley, Partner, who has been ranked for 18 years is also ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in this category. Melanie is described as “a pleasure to work with. I always find her to be highly personable, extremely organised and thorough in her handling of any claims.”
Adrian Oliver, Senior Partner, said: “Our continued ranking in the top bands of Chambers and Partners is recognition of the hard work undertaken and attentiveness that our lawyers give to ensuring that we remain leaders in our expertise. The firm strives to ensure that it remains efficient and competitive but always responsive to the individual needs of our clients”.