South African law firm, Cox Yeats has been recognised for its specialist insurance and shipping capability in the Chambers and Partners 2026 rankings. Chambers rankings are the definitive mark of excellence across the legal industry.
A ranking from Chambers shows that law firms like Cox Yeats has stood out in the most rigorous, independent, and in-depth research process of any legal directory on the market and has emerged as one of the best in their field. Law firms and individual lawyers are ranked in bands from 1 (highest) to 6 (lowest). Being ranked in any band is a significant achievement.
Chambers’ rankings are based on independent research and in-depth client interviews, making the results a strong endorsement of the firm’s technical expertise, commercial approach, client service, professional conduct, diligence, and commitment.
Trusted adviser in maritime, transport and international trade law
Cox Yeats’ long-standing shipping practice retained its Band 3 ranking, reinforcing the firm’s position as a trusted adviser in maritime, transport and international trade law. The practice advises on ship arrests, marine insurance, charterparty disputes, casualties, and cross-border trade matters for local and international clients.
Specialist insurance capability
In Insurance, Cox Yeats has moved up to Band 3, improving on its Band 4 ranking in 2025. The practice is recognised for its specialist insurance capability across marine, construction, engineering, and professional indemnity matters, acting for insurers, reinsurers and brokers on complex claims and regulatory issues. The improved ranking reflects consistent delivery of practical, commercially focused advice in a highly technical area of law.
Depth of expertise recognised
Individual recognition in the 2026 rankings further highlights the depth of expertise within the firm. Andrew Clark, Managing Partner, is ranked Band 2 for Shipping and has also been recognised in Band 3 for Insurance, reflecting his leadership across both sectors. Clark is the team leader of the Maritime, Insurance, and International Trade Law Practice of the firm.
“These rankings reflect the strength and expertise of our experts and teams and the trust our clients place in us in line with our purpose of putting people in charge of their own future. We are encouraged by Gareth’s strong ranking and the recognition of our Restructuring and Insolvency practice, which speaks to the quality of our people and our focus on practical, commercially sound advice,” commented Andrew Clark, Managing Partner.
The full Chambers and Partners 2026 rankings are available here: https://chambers.com/law-firm/cox-yeats-global-2:3734
