Gowling WLG has been recognised at the 2026 Dealmakers Awards, with Partner Ragi Singh named Corporate Lawyer of the Year and the firm receiving further recognition for both its corporate practice and deal credentials.
The firm was recognised in the following categories:
- Corporate Lawyer of the Year – Winner – Ragi Singh
- Deal of the Year (£50 million+) – Highly Commended – Rigby Group's sale of Regional & City Airports and Imperial Park Bournemouth to ICG
- Corporate Law Firm of the Year – Highly Commended
- International Deal of the Year – Shortlisted – THG's £103 million disposal of Claremont Ingredients to Nactarome
Hosted by Insider Media, the Dealmakers Awards celebrate the advisers, funders and businesses behind significant transactions completed over the past year. The awards recognise excellence across the corporate finance community and highlight the deals and professionals helping to shape the M&A market.
Ragi received the Corporate Lawyer of the Year award following a standout year advising on a number of high-profile transactions, including Rigby Group's sale of Regional & City Airports, for which the firm's involvement was also recognised with a Highly Commended award in the Deal of the Year (£50 million+) category.
These achievements reflect the strength of Gowling WLG's Corporate practice and the trusted relationships the firm continues to build with clients across the UK and internationally.
Ragi Singh, partner and co-head of Gowling WLG's UK corporate team, said: "The legal market is fortunate to have so many talented lawyers, so to be recognised by a panel of industry peers is particularly special. This recognition reflects the hard work and expertise of our corporate team and colleagues from across the firm. We have had the privilege of supporting clients on some fantastic transactions and, with strong support from our new CEO, we're excited about the growth opportunities ahead for our corporate, finance and tax practices."
The awards were announced at the Insider Midlands Dealmakers Awards, held in Birmingham on 17 September 2026.