Legal Matters

Leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney will play a key role in showcasing the Bradford district’s planning and investment potential at an event alongside the UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), in Leeds from May 20th-22nd. Working in partnership with Bradford Council, Schofield Sweeney, is a main

Ward Hadaway has appointed James Foster as its new finance director, strengthening its senior team during a period of significant growth for the firm. James brings extensive experience in venture capital and financial services. He has a strong track record of supporting companies of all sizes, providing financial guidance and

Yorkshire-based law firm Ison Harrison has announced the acquisition of Skipton-based personal injury specialists Armstrong Luty Solicitors, further strengthening its position as one of the region’s leading full-service legal practices. The deal marks another milestone in Ison Harrison’s strategic growth, expanding its reach across North Yorkshire and enhancing

Blacks Solicitors is celebrating achieving Lexcel accreditation, as the Yorkshire law firm demonstrates its continued commitment to high standards of practice and client care. Awarded by The Law Society, the Leeds-based legal firm secured Lexcel England and Wales Accreditation in its first application for the prestigious legal practice quality mark.

Law firm Gordons has welcomed two new partners within its construction and property disputes practices. Mark Smith joined the firm’s construction team last November from Addleshaw Goddard and has more than 25 years’ experience. He specialises in construction and engineering disputes, risk management and dispute avoidance. Senior property disputes

Yorkshire and Manchester based law firm, Holden Smith, has announced it has become an employee ownership trust (EOT). The announcement comes as the firm reveals turnover for its most recent full financial year ended October 2024 grew to £8.5million. The company, which has offices in Huddersfield, Elland, Horsforth, Leeds,

Neil Wilson, managing partner of Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors, was awarded Professional Services Leader of the Year at The Business Desk Yorkshire Leadership Awards last night. The Yorkshire Leadership Awards, which took place on Thursday 20 March at The Royal Armouries in Leeds, was created to celebrate people who are role