Recognition from independent industry organizations often reflects years of expertise and consistent client service. Global consulting firm J.S. Held has earned new recognition from Chambers and Partners, with the firm and several of its professionals ranked across six global disciplines. The recognition highlights J.S. Held’s capabilities in supporting clients with complex disputes, investigations, risk management, and advisory services.
J.S. Held Receives Recognition in Six Practice Areas
According to the company’s official announcement, Chambers and Partners recognized J.S. Held across six global disciplines in its latest rankings. These include Forensic Accounting, Asset Tracing & Recovery, Business Intelligence & Investigations, Investigative Due Diligence, Political Risk, and ESG Risk.
Chambers and Partners is widely known for conducting independent research that evaluates professional expertise, client feedback, and market reputation. Its rankings are used by businesses and legal professionals around the world when selecting advisory firms.
The latest recognition reflects J.S. Held’s work in helping organizations address legal, financial, regulatory, and operational challenges through multidisciplinary expertise.
Individual Experts Also Earn Recognition
Several professionals from J.S. Held also received individual recognition in this year’s Chambers and Partners rankings. Iain Potter, Executive Vice President, was recognized in the Forensic Accounting category. Michelle J. Avery, Senior Managing Director, also earned recognition for her work in Forensic Accounting.
Peter Pender-Cudlip, Senior Managing Director, received recognition in both Asset Tracing & Recovery and Business Intelligence & Investigations. In the Political Risk category, Livia Paggi, Senior Managing Director, and Philip Worman, Senior Managing Director, were recognized for their expertise. The company said these recognitions demonstrate the strength of its professionals across multiple regions and specialized practice areas.
Supporting Clients Through Complex Business Challenges
J.S. Held provides technical, scientific, financial, and strategic advisory services to organizations around the world. Its teams work with corporations, law firms, insurance companies, government agencies, and other organizations facing complex business issues.
The firm’s professionals support clients in matters involving investigations, litigation, financial disputes, regulatory compliance, risk management, and business intelligence. By combining expertise from different disciplines, J.S. Held helps clients make informed decisions in high-stakes situations.
The recognition from Chambers and Partners reflects the firm’s continued focus on delivering specialized advisory services across a broad range of industries.
Company Leadership Welcomes the Recognition
In the official announcement, Lee Spirer, President and Chief Executive Officer of J.S. Held, said the recognition reflects the firm’s commitment to delivering trusted advice to clients facing increasingly complex challenges. He added that the rankings also recognize the expertise and dedication of the firm’s professionals across multiple practice areas.
His comments highlight the company’s focus on maintaining high professional standards while supporting clients in today’s changing business and legal environment.
About J.S. Held
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that provides technical, scientific, financial, and strategic advisory services. According to the company, it has more than 1,500 professionals serving clients across six continents. The firm works with organizations on matters involving risk, disputes, compliance, investigations, and business transformation.
The latest Chambers and Partners recognition reinforces J.S. Held’s position as a trusted advisory firm with expertise spanning multiple disciplines. By recognizing both the firm and its professionals, the independent rankings highlight the breadth of knowledge J.S. Held brings to clients navigating complex legal and business challenges.

