Legal Matters Five fee earner promotions at Chadwick Lawrence following successful year Leading Yorkshire law firm Chadwick Lawrence has announced the promotions of five fee earning team members, as it looks to build on its continued success entering the new financial year. Julia Wilding is promoted to salaried partner, wills and probate. Having qualified as a solicitor in 1997, Julia has 28 By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Schofield Sweeney supports ‘home city’ again with Bradford showcase partnership 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 By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Ward Hadaway appoints new finance director 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 By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Ison Harrison expands regional presence with the acquisition of Armstrong Luty solicitors 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 By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Law firm secures Lexcel stamp of approval 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. By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Law firm promotes two to partner 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 By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Yorkshire law firm Holden Smith becomes Employee Ownership Trust 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, By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence managing partner wins Professional Services Leader of the Year 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 By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Gordons announce regulatory and property disputes lawyer appointments Law firm Gordons has strengthened its regulatory and property disputes teams with the appointment of two experienced lawyers. Rachel Little joins the firm’s regulatory practice from Lupton Fawcett where she advised clients on a range of issues including environmental, health and safety, licensing and trading standards. Before becoming a By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Heneghan Architecture wins Eaton Smith's Business of the Month Award Eaton Smith LLP is delighted to announce that Heneghan Architecture has been named our Business of the Month for February 2025. Based in Honley, Heneghan Architecture is an award-winning architectural firm known for its innovative approach to residential design. Founded by Dan Heneghan, a Chartered Architectural Technologist with nearly 25 By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters New partner promotions at Yorkshire law firm Leading law firm Ison Harrison has announced five partner promotions across its network of 20 regional offices. The promotions follow Ison Harrison’s most successful year in its 47-year history, achieving a record turnover exceeding £27 million for 2024, a 23% increase on the previous year. Among the promotions to By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Chadwick Lawrence strengthens Litigation, Resolution and Recovery team Leading Yorkshire law firm Chadwick Lawrence has announced the appointment of three new legal professionals to its Litigation, Resolution and Recovery team. The hires – Natasha Wright, Katie Smith, and Trent van Sittert – join as the firm looks to build on its continued success and enter its next phase of growth. By The Editor • 2 min read
