Sunderland solicitors step up to support local running group formed 41 years ago

A Sunderland based solicitors have spread yuletide cheer by stepping up to support their local running club, which was formed 41 years ago. Richard Reed Solicitors say they are helping people ‘keep their New Year resolutions to get fit and healthy’ by sponsoring the Sunderland Strollers Running Club, a long standing organisation which put down […]

Steele Raymond expands from Bournemouth to Southampton as firm continues to grow

A regional law firm say it has ‘set it’s sights on growth’ as plans have been unveiled for a sleek new Southampton office.  Steele Raymond, based in Bournemouth, intends to open a second office in Ocean Village, Southampton – in a newly refurbished building called Arcadia House. Currently with a team of 110, Steele Raymond […]

Midlands firm recognised as Great Place to Work

A Midlands law firm is celebrating having been recognised as a “Great Place to Work”; a certification scheme which recognises employers who ‘create an outstanding employee experience.’ Wright Hassall, based in Leamington, sought external accreditation after successfully running its own internal surveys annually in an effort to an exceptional place to work.  Great Place To […]

“Value over volume” for newly launched legal recruitment business

A new recruitment agency dedicated to the legal services sector has opened its doors to ‘address the evolving needs of the legal sector’ says its founders. VacantC Legal Recruitment has been co-founded by Bold Legal Group CEO Rob Hailstone, and technology executive Craig Taylor who was until recently Chief Revenue Officer at Thread Legal Software […]

Workplace discrimination at a three year high for young women 

The number of young women being discriminated against at work is on the rise in Wales according to new research from the charity Young Women’s Trust. Rates of discrimination are at a three year high (55% of young women said they have experienced this in 2024, up from 44% in 2022). Managers responsible for recruitment […]

London and Kent law firm expands commercial property team

London and Kent law firm Thackray Williams has announced four new Real Estate hires as it looks to expand its commercial and residential property offerings further.  Consultant Andrew Harborne will support commercial property clients with his expertise in non-contentious construction law, from site acquisition through design and build to onward sale. Nicki Rundle joins as […]

Mincoffs Solicitors has welcomed new appointments amid growth

Newcastle-based Mincoffs Solicitors has welcomed two new appointments to their conveyancing department.  Olly Moore to its corporate team, while Amy-Louise Ions has joined the residential conveyancing department.Originally from Gosforth, Olly trained at a regional law firm based across Lancashire and Cumbria, before moving to the Manchester office of an international law firm where he specialised […]

Payne Hicks Beach wraps 2024 with news hires and growth at the top

Payne Hicks Beach announces the three new Partners in key roles across Private Client and Property as 2024 comes to a close. Peter Lamb, who joined the Property team as a Partner earlier this year, has with expertise in commercial property law. Mr Lamb has worked on a broad range of transactions for major organisations, […]

Taylor Rose Wins Significant Contract with Andrews Property Group

Taylor Rose, an independent law firm, has announced it has secured an exclusive three-year contract with Andrews Property Group. The agreement will see Taylor Rose provide its residential property services across three key regions for Andrews – Bath and Bristol, Gloucestershire and the South East – as well as other areas such as private client […]

Just Mortgages strengthens compliance management team with Colin Robson promotion

Just Mortgages, one of the UK’s largest mortgage brokerages, has announced the promotion of compliance specialist Colin Robson to the role of senior regional quality manager. The new role recognises Colin’s efforts during nearly six years with Just Mortgages. Working with another senior manager and two regional managers, Colin will now help oversee the compliance […]

ONP Solicitors opens new Cardiff office to serve clients in Wales and South West

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Conveyancing firm ONP Solicitors, part of home moving group Movera, is set to open its first office in Cardiff to serve both Wales and the South West of England. Expected to open in early 2025, the new office marks a ‘significant step in ONP’s strategic growth and commitment to serving clients across both Wales and […]

AIIC Group acquires stake in Taylor Rose Australia

AIIC Group (AIIC), the holding company behind leading independent law firm Taylor Rose, has completed the acquisition of 15 per cent of Taylor Rose Australia, its joint venture with the Australian firm, GTC Legal (“GTC”), for a consideration of $2.2m AUD. The joint venture was announced in April 2023 to expand AIIC’s legal consultancy model […]

Firm takes three-pronged approach to management

A Kent and London law firm has described how it is ‘rewriting the rule book’ by appointing three new managing partners to take the firm forward into 2025.  Bromley-headquartered Thackray Williams will appoint three new managing partners when current Managing Partner Sean Sanders steps down in March 2025. Vikki Herbert, Anthony Macey and Emma Thompson […]

Membership body awards programme recognises people-first approach

Law firm membership body LawNet hosted their latest annual awards in Birmingham with Thames Valley and Berkshire based Gardner Leader LLP, Kent-based Berry & Lamberts Solicitors collecting key awards on the night.  The awards are focused on recognising innovation and strategic success across the network’s SME law firm members. This year, more than 320 delegates […]

Convey Law Named a Top Employer in the 2024 Best Companies List

A Welsh law firm say they are ‘delighted’ to be recognised as one of the Top 100 Companies to Work For in the UK. Convey Law has been selected by the 2024 Best Companies Awards, standing as ‘the highest-ranked CLC regulated law firm in the country’. The company say that this recognition ‘reflects the company’s […]

‘Directorship Pathway’ promotes two new Associate Directors

The launch of an inhouse ‘Directorship Pathway’ has seen two long-standing members of staff promoted to ‘Associate Director’ at law firm Elite Conveyancing. Sophie Burke and Emma Brown have both been appointed to the newly created roles with Elite Conveyancing CEO Carl Brignell adding the pathway is intended to further recognise the work of the […]

Windsor lawyer retires after 43 years

Windsor-based residential and commercial property partner John Humphreys will retire from the profession after 43 years to spend more time with his family and his engage in his passion for rugby.  Humphreys joined Charles Coleman in 1981 after qualifying. He has remained with the firm for the duration of his career, becoming a partner in […]

Firms strengthen conveyancing teams – latest hires and promotions

ONP Solicitors, part of home moving group Movera, has appointed Gemma Etheridge as their new Conveyancing Team Manager to lead their team in Leeds. With over 20 years experience in conveyancing Gemma will be responsible for recruiting and managing the growing team of conveyancers, with eight new members already confirmed. ONP say her immediate priorities […]