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Matthew's level of sophistication in handling complex legal matters is impressive, particularly in litigation. His strategic approach and deep expertise make him a valuable legal partner.
Chambers UK, 2026
Matthew has phenomenal judgement and huge experience which allows him to handle even the most complex and demanding cases.
Chambers UK, 2026
Matthew Dando is quietly steely and combines good judgment with excellent client skills.
Legal 500, 2026
Matthew Dando is a hugely knowledgeable, practical, approachable and user-friendly lawyer. A safe pair if hands and an expert in the media field.
Legal 500, 2026
Matt Dando is a responsive and highly pragmatic litigator - he is also a pleasure to work with, which always helps.
Legal 500, 2026
Matt Dando is a hugely impressive partner with immaculate judgment and strategic acumen. He is fantastic with clients and brings a calm reassurance to even the most sensitive or complex matters.
Legal 500, 2026
Matt always brings a sense of calmness.
Chambers UK, 2026
Matthew is fantastic. He is just really client-friendly, very nice to work with and always on top of it which clients find very reassuring.
Chambers UK, 2025
I cannot speak highly enough of Matt. He is an absolute star. He is highly intelligent but also very pragmatic, commercially minded and enjoyable to work with.
Chambers UK, 2025
Matt is a pleasure to work with and has learnt from the best.
Chambers UK, 2025
Matthew Dando is very clever and astute on strategy while being lovely to work with.
Legal 500, 2025
Matthew Dando is experienced and unflappable.
Legal 500, 2025
Matthew Dando's calm, thoughtful and able guidance in a dispute has helped us many times.
Legal 500, 2024
Matt Dando is a star and the next big defendant-focused lawyer in the sector. He has the trust of numerous large media players and the experience and knowledge to conduct cases across the spectrum.
Legal 500, 2023
Matthew Dando is outstanding and is always available when needed. His commercial and pragmatic approach has been important when called upon.
Legal 500, 2021
The 'brilliant' Matthew Dando is particularly adept at defending libel and privacy claims for clients across the media, tech and sports industries.
Legal 500, 2020
Media & Entertainment, and Gaming
2019
Media & Entertainment, Betting & Gaming, Defamation & Reputation Management
2019