McGuireWoods has once again secured its place among the nation’s premier private wealth services firms, earning top honors in the 2026 edition of Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide. The firm earned a nationwide ranking for the 11th consecutive year and was recognized among the top firms in Virginia.
Chambers also selected partners Michael Barker, Benjamin Candland, Meghan Gehr Hubbard, Michele McKinnon, Steven W. Murphy, William Sanderson and Gino Zaccardelli for individual honors.
McGuireWoods’ private wealth lawyers advise high-net-worth clients, nonprofits, fiduciaries and businesses in tax and wealth planning and are influential voices in shaping U.S. tax policy. Clients interviewed by Chambers researchers praised McGuireWoods’ broad capabilities and commitment to excellence.
“McGuireWoods’ knowledge base is tremendous,” a client said. “They are on the cutting edge of estate planning and estate administration techniques. In addition, they are the best in training their young associates, paralegals and administrative assistants. They are the best, top to bottom.”
Another respondent added: “The attorneys at McGuireWoods provide thoughtful, comprehensive advice in a very time-efficient manner. My clients are consistently impressed with the level of service demonstrated in both formal written materials and the responsiveness of the attorneys.”
Sanderson, co-leader of McGuireWoods’ Private Wealth Services Practice Group, said the Chambers rankings reflect the team’s sharp focus on aligning legal mastery with the broader strategic goals of high-net-worth clients.
“We have a deep and experienced team that combines sophisticated tax and estate planning with a hands-on understanding of how wealth intersects with business strategy, philanthropy and family dynamics,” Sanderson said. “That integration is what our clients value most.”
Barker, co-leader of the firm’s Private Wealth Services Practice Group, added: “We are grateful to our clients for their trust and honored to be recognized for the comprehensive advisory services we deliver for high-net-worth individuals, family offices and closely held businesses.”