Murray Hughman: Top Ranked Law Firm

We are a London based law firm with a distinguished reputation in criminal law and a growing practice in civil matters. We offer bespoke legal advice and representation, combining experience, discretion and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients

Murray Hughman: Trusted Expertise in Criminal Law

Murray Hughman is a leading London criminal law firm with a reputation built on excellence, integrity and results. Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 and ranked by Chambers and Partners 2026, we provide expert representation across the full spectrum of criminal law.

Led by a new generation of partners, the firm combines decades of experience with a progressive approach to client care. We are committed to protecting our clients’ interests, delivering clear advice and achieving the best possible outcomes in every case.

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"The key features that make the Murray Hughman criminal team great are that every single team member cares so much about their cases and clients. They go above and beyond to prepare their cases."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"The team brings a savvy, astute and tactically nuanced approach to their cases. They bring their considerable experience to bear in ways that often have a far reaching positive influence on cases"
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"A wonderful firm with dedicated and bright lawyers. They always keep a clear eye on the salient issues of any criminal matter and manage to distil the most complex cases carefully and succinctly."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"The firm demonstrates really excellent client care and are all very dedicated. They are all excellent lawyers."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"Murray Hughman demonstrates significant experience in the criminal law domain, including cases involving allegations of serious sexual offences, multi-handed violent crimes and homicide. The team is experienced advising on organised crime cases including firearms and drugs supply, as well as human trafficking and modern slavery charges. The firm regularly handles cases that involve children as either defendants or victims."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"Grant Ambridge is Murray Hughman's managing partner and an experienced criminal litigator. He is adept at defending clients against serious charges related to the supply of firearms and drugs, as well as violent offences and homicides."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"Grant is a class act. His relaxed and friendly demeanour belies a razor sharp legal brain and excellent tactical instincts."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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"Grant Ambridge is an exceptional team leader. He gives very good advice and is a go-to for private crime."
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide

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Melissa Ansah represents clients across a broad range of general and serious crime cases, including violent and sexual offences, firearms possession and homicide.
Chambers and Partners 2026 Guide