HCC Celebrates Chambers & Partners 2026 Rankings
16th Oct 2025
We are proud to announce that five of our outstanding legal professionals have been individually ranked in the 2026 edition of the prestigious independent legal guide, Chambers and Partners.
Serious injury specialists, Mike Molloy, Andy Zajac, Ken Brough, Mark Copley, and Heather Petrie, have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to this area of the legal sector, and their rankings are a testament to their exceptional expertise, dedication to client service, and continued leadership in the field of personal injury law.
Mike Molloy
Chambers, who has ranked Mike as a Band 1 lawyer, states: “Mike Molloy is a noted personal injury solicitor with strong experience representing claimants in cases both domestically and abroad. He primarily acts for clients who have suffered brain injuries, psychiatric injuries and severe illnesses.”
Feedback they received about Mike included: “Mike Molloy has been brilliant in every aspect.”
Andy Zajac
Andy retained his ranking as a Band 2 lawyer. Chambers states that “Andrew Zajac is well versed in handling cases involving serious injuries arising from RTAs and accidents at work. He specialises in advising on claims involving brain injury and orthopaedic injury.” Feedback received from clients/peers included:
“Andrew Zajac was very kind, gentle and caring.”
“Andrew responds in a timely fashion to correspondences and clearly has his client’s best interests at heart.”
Ken Brough
Also retaining his ranking as a Band 5 lawyer, Chambers states that: “Ken Brough of Horwich Cohen Coghlan has extensive experience representing clients in a broad range of personal injury work including catastrophic injuries, chronic pain cases and accidents at work.” Feedback he received included:
“Ken is a seasoned partner within the field. He is well known and well respected, clients like him and he has excellent judgement.”
“Ken is brilliant – he’s experienced, a safe pair of hands and has good sense.”
“Ken is extremely experienced in all areas of personal injury, with years of expertise in road traffic and employer liability cases.”
“Ken is an excellent personal injury lawyer whom I would recommend in any type of case.”
Mark Copley
Mark, who was previously an Associate to Watch, has now received the ranking of a Star Associate. Chambers states that “Mark Copley of Horwich Cohen Coghlan is able to assist with a wide range of complex personal injury claims, including brain and spinal injuries arising from RTAs. He acts in cases regarding children and other protected parties.” The feedback he received included:
“He is incredibly kind and gentle. Professionally, he’s highly competent and very determined to fight for the corner. He’s someone I’d recommend if I had someone in distress.”
“Mark Copley is easy to work with and communicative.”
“Mark is the preferred choice of all our contacts in the industry.”
“He is a very highly competent claimant solicitor. He’s devoted to his clients and goes over and above the call of duty. He really makes an effort.”
“He’s a very talented solicitor. He is proactive and he considers all issues carefully and sensibly. He inspires confidence that the claim is in capable hands.”
Heather Petrie
Heather received a ranking of an Associate to Watch. Chambers states that: “Heather Petrie of Horwich Cohen Coghlan represents clients who have sustained life-changing injuries as the result of road traffic accidents, with a specialism in claims concerning motorcycle riders.” She received feedback including:
“Heather is a rising star in catastrophic personal injury who shows maturity beyond her years. She is tenacious for her client, extremely responsive and has a confident, punchy and assertive style.”
“She does not take any nonsense but will go in and make sure she gets the results the client wants.”
“A formidable, able and adept solicitor, she fights tooth and nail for clients.”
Each of these individuals has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to achieving justice for our clients, and their inclusion in this independent legal directory reflects the high regard in which they are held by peers and clients alike.
In addition to these individual accolades, HCC Solicitors has also been ranked as a leading firm for Personal Injury in the North West. The team received comments such as:
“They were very empathetic and always had my best interests at heart.”
“HCC Solicitors always make me feel at ease and keep me up to date.”
“HCC Solicitors have given sound advice in regard to complex matters. They have excellently skilled, expert solicitors and they are always available to discuss anything.”
“They are naturally engaging and build rapport with clients easily. They also approach complex matters with a meticulous eye.”
“HCC Solicitors keep us up to date and inform us about everything that concerns us. They offer good communication, with kindness and respect.”
This recognition highlights the strength of our team, the quality of our work, and our reputation as a trusted legal partner in serious injury cases.”
Director, Martin James, says: “This recognition from Chambers and Partners is a reflection of the incredible talent, dedication and professionalism across our entire team. I want to personally thank everyone at HCC Solicitors for their continued commitment to delivering outstanding results for our clients. Congratulations to Mike, Mark, Ken, Andy and Heather on their well-deserved individual rankings. Your hard work and expertise continue to set the standard in personal injury law.”
We are incredibly proud of this achievement and grateful to our clients and colleagues for their continued support. Congratulations once again to Mike, Mark, Ken, Andy, and Heather. Your hard work and excellence continue to inspire us all.