We are delighted to announce that Leila Ghahhary has once again been recognised as a leading barrister by the UK’s two most respected legal directories Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500.
Leila’s reputation for excellence continues to grow internationally, as she is now one of the few barristers ranked by Chambers in both the UK and Canada, underscoring her cross-jurisdictional expertise and exceptional advocacy.
In Legal 500 (UK Bar) 2026, Leila is ranked as a Tier 1 barrister in Inquests & Inquiries. She is described as:
“A formidable advocate whose brilliance and sophistication sets her apart. Leila is an elegant, engaging advocate who has a commanding presence in court.”
Leila’s profile in Legal 500 can be viewed here.
In Chambers and Partners (UK Bar) 2026, Leila is recognised as a leading barrister in Inquests & Public Inquiries. She is praised as:
“Enormously talented; her ability to assimilate information, deal with complex issues, and to convey matters to clients and witnesses in a way that they understand is second to none.”
“Her work ethic is phenomenal, and she never loses sight of the human aspect of matters. She will be very well prepared and on point. She gets to the crux of matters and is very persuasive.”
“Leila has significant experience in Public Inquiries and it shows. She is attentive and produces excellent written work.”
“As a result of her tireless efforts, no stone was left unturned. She can work to impossible deadlines and never complains. She is clear in her advice and she never shies away from difficult decisions.”
Leila’s profile in Chambers UK Bar can be viewed here.
These top rankings reflect Leila’s depth of experience and leadership in complex inquests and public inquiries. Her continued recognition by both Chambers and Legal 500 highlights her standing as a trusted and highly respected advocate in the fields of inquests and public inquiries.
