In Northern Ireland, Carson McDowell and Tughans have achieved the highest number of rankings, with both firms ranked in 13 practice areas. Arthur Cox follows with 12 rankings, while A&L Goodbody and Cleaver Fulton Rankin each hold 11.

Three firms are new additions to the Northern Ireland 2027 coverage – Adamson Rice Law, Edwards Solicitors and Caldwell & Robinson Solicitors – all of which feature in the new family rankings.

A total of 239 individuals have achieved rankings in Northern Ireland, up from 226 in last year’s release. Individual rankings span the hall of fame, leading partner, next generation partner and leading associate categories.

Carson McDowell has the highest number of ranked individuals, with 37, followed by Tughans with 32 and A&L Goodbody with 30.