Boys & Maughan’s family and property litigation teams have earned recognition in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500, ranking among the best in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. This respected guide evaluates the top lawyers and law firms across the UK.

This year, Andrew Baker, Jonathan da Costa, Richard Giles, and Geena Parsons, who has recently moved on from Boys & Maughan, have been named as Recommended Lawyers.

Explaining how the Family group at Boys & Maughan operates across Margate and Canterbury, the guide highlights how, “The team is noted for its strong focus on alternative forms of dispute resolution, exemplified by team head Jonathan da Costa's work with the Resolution Together one lawyer two clients model. The team often handles international financial disputes arising from divorce and separation.”

One referee praised the Family team for being, “A welcoming and supportive team of individuals who care about their clients and achieving good outcomes for them.” Another commented on the team’s strong sense of collaboration, stating, “As a firm they value team effort and associates work to support each other. There is a sense that they strive to achieve the best outcomes possible for the clients.”

Client feedback and peer assessments also reflect high praise for Boys & Maughan’s property litigation team. The guide details the integration of Richard Giles into the dispute resolution team following the May 2023 merger with Gardner Croft. It adds, “Based in Canterbury, Giles has experience advising on boundary disputes, property misrepresentation claims, and right of way issues. Leading the team alongside Giles, Andrew Baker is located in Margate.”

Editors highlighted the property litigation team’s approachability and commitment to understanding clients’ needs, stating, “The property litigation team of Boys and Maughan are welcoming, personable, and accessible. They have a genuine desire to understand the case and to take the direction and approach that the client wants to take.” One contributor remarked, “Geena Parsons made a remarkable impression from the outset. Her communication, professionalism, and efficiency were exemplary.”

Andrew Baker, Senior Partner at Boys & Maughan, said “Our inclusion in The Legal 500 reflects the talent and dedication within our family and litigation teams, and this independent acknowledgment of their commitment and expertise is greatly appreciated.”

This marks the 10th time Boys & Maughan’s family team has been featured in The Legal 500, and the firm’s property litigators have received recommendations for the 5th consecutive year.

The Legal 500 submission process involves extensive analysis, with insights gathered from clients, referees, and peer firms to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.