Three shortlistings at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2026

Morr & Co is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in three categories at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2026, recognising both individual and team excellence within the firm’s Private Client practice.

The firm has been shortlisted for:

• Private Client Lawyer of the Year – Holly Chantler
• Court of Protection Team of the Year
• Private Client Team of the Year – South of England

The Modern Law Private Client Awards celebrate outstanding achievement, innovation and dedication across the private client sector, recognising the lawyers, teams and firms delivering exceptional expertise and client care across the UK.

Private Client Lawyer of the Year recognises individuals who demonstrate outstanding technical expertise, excellence in client care and communication, professional integrity and the successful handling of complex matters, alongside contributions to mentoring and wider team success. Holly Chantler’s nomination reflects her dedication to supporting clients through sensitive and often challenging matters with compassion, clarity and specialist expertise.

The Court of Protection Team of the Year category recognises specialist teams demonstrating excellence in complex Court of Protection applications and deputyship management, with judges considering expertise, safeguarding and regulatory compliance, sensitive client care and positive outcomes achieved for vulnerable clients and their families.

The Private Client Team of the Year – South of England award celebrates high-performing regional private client teams that demonstrate efficiency, specialist expertise and innovation while delivering exceptional client care and contributing positively to the wider profession and future talent development.

Commenting on the team nominations, Holly Chantler said:

We are incredibly proud to be shortlisted for both Court of Protection Team of the Year and Private Client Team of the Year – South of England. These nominations reflect the hard work, compassion and dedication shown by our teams every day. Supporting clients through often challenging and deeply personal circumstances is a responsibility we take very seriously and it is wonderful to see that commitment recognised.

Catherine Fisher, Managing Partner at Morr & Co, added:

Being shortlisted in three categories at the Modern Law Private Client Awards is a fantastic achievement for Morr & Co. Holly’s individual recognition, alongside the nominations for both our Court of Protection and Private Client teams, reflects the exceptional talent, expertise and client-focused approach that defines our firm. These awards celebrate excellence across the private client sector and we are proud to see the dedication of our people recognised on this stage.

The winners will be announced at the Modern Law Private Client Awards ceremony on 1st July 2026 at Coombe Abbey, Coventry.

You can view the full 2026 shortlist here.

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