Strength in numbers
gunnercooke operates as a group of associated firms and non-profits. Each member in the group brings a distinct character and set of aims; from consulting and training to connecting businesses with aligned charities. Find out more about the gunnercooke group.
We are a team of more than 600 professionals, with the depth of experience which makes us genuine experts in our fields. Together, gunnercooke’s people have strength across just about every corporate discipline and sector. We provide legal, commercial and strategic advice that delivers real value to the clients we work with, which span from multinational enterprises through to not-for-profit organisations. Our breadth of expertise also covers specialist and emerging disciplines charity, crypto, sports and competition law.
The gunnercooke group has 16 main global offices across England, Scotland, the US, Germany and Austria, with further plans for growth in the coming years. These offices enhance the existing in-house capability of our dedicated international teams and dual-qualified experts that cover Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, Brazil, China, India, Poland and Hungary. Our team have clients across 126 jurisdictions, speak 46 languages and are dual-qualified in 22 jurisdictions. Our expertise means we can offer large teams to carry out complex cross-border matters for major international clients.
gunnercooke is a top commercial law firm. We comprise a rapidly growing number of experts spanning legal and other disciplines. Clients benefit from flexible options on fees to suit their needs, access to a wider network of senior experts throughout the relationship, and legal advice which is complemented by an understanding of the commercial aspects of running a business.
On 31 March 2026, the Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in CILEX v Mazur and others [2026] EWCA Civ 369. The Court held that an unauthorised person such as a paralegal, trainee solicitor, or clerk may lawfully perform any tasks within the scope of the conduct of litigation for and on behalf of an authorised individual, such as a […]
The start of 2026 has seen gunnercooke continue with its momentum of growth, making 18 fee earner appointments across the UK, DACH region and the US. The beginning of the year has seen expansion across a range of practice areas, with particular growth in real estate, regulatory and dispute resolution. UK The UK team welcomed a further four lawyers. Real Estate remains a key growth area, with Martin Thomas joining as Partner in Real […]