Law360 article cites Edwards Gibson director on 2026 market outlook

Scott Gibson, director of Edwards Gibson, has been cited in a recent Law360 article by Marialuisa Taddia examining the outlook for the UK legal sector in 2026.

The piece considers the key forces expected to shape the market over the coming year, including a continued wave of transatlantic mergers, growing cost pressures and the increasing role of artificial intelligence in legal practice.

Within this context, Scott notes that recent high-profile mergers are likely to put pressure on some UK firms to reassess their strategic options, with the possibility of further consolidation across the market.

The article also highlights his view on the impact of AI, suggesting that the real opportunity lies in how partners use the technology to deepen client relationships rather than simply reduce costs.

Looking at the hiring landscape, Scott describes competition for high performing partners as intense, while indicating that the market may begin to cool following several years of exceptionally strong recruitment activity.

Read the full (paywalled) Law360 article here.