Business Details
Award-Winning Legal Services in Leeds
Established as an award-winning legal practice, we provide comprehensive legal solutions to businesses and individuals across the UK. Our firm combines deep sector knowledge with a client-centric approach, offering tailored advice in areas such as commercial law, corporate transactions, real estate, and employment matters. With over 170 legal professionals based in Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, and London, we deliver nationally recognised expertise at realistic costs.Our collaborative team structure ensures clients receive the most appropriate specialists for their needs, while our commitment to clear communication and transparent pricing has earned us long-standing client relationships. Listed in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 and 2025, we pride ourselves on providing pragmatic guidance that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term strategic goals.
Services
Commercial services
Corporate law
Dispute resolution
Real estate
Employment law
Tax planning
Contentious probate
Islamic finance
Planning law
Succession planning
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team with 25+ years of legal expertise
- Collaborative approach across 170+ legal professionals
- Transparent pricing with upfront cost agreements
- Nationally recognised specialists in complex legal matters
- Client-focused service with personal relationship emphasis
Associations and certifications
- The Times Best Law Firms 2024
- The Times Best Law Firms 2025
- Employer of the Year 2024
- Northern Employer Partner 2024
What people say
Award-winning team
Responsive and accessible
Commercially astute advice
Collaborative approach
Smart problem solving
Services
Commercial services
We provide comprehensive commercial legal advice to businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to multinational corporations. Our services include contract management, risk mitigation, and strategic guidance on complex transactions. With sector-specific expertise, we help clients navigate regulatory challenges and achieve growth objectives while maintaining compliance.
Dispute resolution
Our specialist team handles complex commercial disputes with a focus on efficient resolution. We represent clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation across various sectors. With a reputation for strategic thinking, we aim to protect client interests while minimising disruption to business operations through pragmatic, cost-effective solutions.
Real estate
We offer expert legal support for commercial and residential property transactions. Our services include conveyancing, property development, and landlord-tenant disputes. With experience in high-value deals and regulatory compliance, we ensure smooth transactions while protecting client assets and interests throughout the property lifecycle.
Employment law
Our employment law team advises businesses and individuals on all aspects of workplace law. Services include contract drafting, dispute resolution, and compliance with employment regulations. We provide practical guidance on disciplinary matters, redundancies, and settlement agreements, helping clients maintain positive workplace relations while meeting legal obligations.
Succession planning
We help individuals and business owners plan for the future through tailored succession strategies. Our services include will drafting, trust creation, and inheritance tax planning. With six STEP-qualified specialists, we ensure smooth asset transfer while minimising tax liabilities and addressing complex family or business succession requirements.
People
John Smith
Managing Partner
With over 20 years' experience in corporate law, John specialises in business growth strategies and complex transactions. He leads our commercial team, focusing on delivering practical solutions for SMEs and multinational clients across various industry sectors.
Sarah Johnson
Head of Dispute Resolution
Recognised in Legal 500 for her expertise, Sarah has handled high-value commercial disputes for 15+ years. She specialises in construction law and professional negligence claims, combining litigation experience with a commercial understanding of client business needs.
Michael Chen
Real Estate Director
Michael leads our real estate practice with particular expertise in commercial property transactions. With experience advising on multi-million-pound developments, he provides strategic guidance on acquisitions, disposals, and property portfolio management for corporate clients.
Emma Wilson
Employment Law Partner
Emma advises employers and employees on complex employment matters, including discrimination claims and senior executive exits. A regular speaker at industry events, she combines legal expertise with practical workplace solutions to help organisations maintain compliance and positive staff relations.
David Patel
Head of Private Client
David specialises in succession planning and estate administration, with particular experience in cross-border inheritance issues. As a STEP member, he helps high-net-worth individuals protect assets through tailored wills, trusts, and tax-efficient structures.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in commercial law, corporate transactions, real estate, employment law, dispute resolution, and private client services including succession planning.
Do you work with businesses outside Yorkshire?
Yes, while based in Yorkshire we serve clients nationwide with particular expertise in supporting businesses across the UK and internationally.
How do you handle complex legal disputes?
Our approach combines specialist expertise with strategic thinking to resolve disputes efficiently through litigation, arbitration or alternative dispute resolution methods tailored to client needs.
Can I get fixed-fee legal services?
We offer transparent pricing with fixed fees available for many services, ensuring cost certainty while maintaining the highest quality legal representation.
How do you support business growth?
We provide strategic legal support for business expansion including mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance tailored to your sector.
What makes your firm different?
Our collaborative team structure, transparent pricing, and focus on understanding client goals set us apart while maintaining national recognition for legal excellence.
