Kingsley Napley - Playbook 2026

Looking to secure a Kingsley Napley TC? Here’s a fresh Playbook designed to help you impress.

This Playbook covers:
🧠 KN’s strategy for growth.
👥 Insights from recent hires.
🌍 Office expansion and global focus.
📈 Huge Opportunities for KN
💼 Key clients and notable deals.

Deadline: 31 March

The Matt Meyer Refresh

The appointment of Matt Meyer as Managing Partner on 1 April 2025 marked the most significant leadership change in KN's recent history.

Meyer is not a KN lifer. He was CEO of Taylor Vinters for over 15 years, drove its expansion, and orchestrated its 2021 merger with Mishcon de Reya, subsequently serving on Mishcon's Management Board. Named by the Financial Times as one of Europe's most innovative lawyers, he brings a proven growth track record and an innovation-first mindset.

Meyer's strategy focuses on clarifying KN's market identity, sharpening commercial direction, reinforcing reputation in key practice areas, and attracting top talent, while preserving the firm's culture and "continued independence."

He made some huge hires to achieve his goals and boost KN's practice areas, let's dive into these in more detail.

Key Hires