Raworths, a notable law firm in Harrogate, achieves significant recognition in the 2024 Legal 500 UK Guide.
- The firm is highlighted in eight legal specialisms, marking a continued rise in prominence.
- Half of Raworths’ legal team is featured, showcasing individual excellence across various categories.
- Key figures such as Carmelita Ardren and Rachel Tunnicliffe are acknowledged as leading lawyers.
- Client testimonials underscore Raworths’ innovative solutions and commercial acumen.
Raworths, a prominent Harrogate-based law firm, has achieved considerable recognition in the 2024 Legal 500 UK Guide. This prestigious guide has spotlighted Raworths in eight diverse legal specialisms, confirming its status as a leading firm in the industry. The announcement was made in the latest edition of the guide, released on 4 October.
The firm’s success is underscored by the inclusion of half its legal team in the guide. This notable accomplishment highlights the high calibre of Raworths’ professionals, with several lawyers being recognised in multiple categories. This widespread recognition reflects the firm’s continued excellence in both commercial and private client services, supported by a dedicated team of over 70 professionals.
Of particular note is the trusts, wills, and estates team, which has secured a top-tier position in tier one for Yorkshire for the second consecutive year. This accolade signifies the team’s ongoing commitment to excellence and leadership in their field. Key figures such as Carmelita Ardren, head of family, and Rachel Tunnicliffe, head of trusts, wills, and estates, have been named in the coveted ‘Leading Lawyers’ group, reinforcing their status as experts.
The guide also highlights the contributions of Sam Jenner and Alison Walker, partners in the trusts, wills, and estates team, recognising them as ‘Next Generation Lawyers’. This category is designed to spotlight rising stars in the legal profession, indicating the promising future of these members within the firm.
Raworths’ managing partner, Simon Morris, expressed his pride in the firm’s achievements, particularly their presence in numerous specialisms. He remarked on the guide’s emphasis on client feedback, stating that being rated highly affirms their business success, built upon a personal approach and tailored expertise. The categories in which Raworths excelled include agriculture & estates, corporate & commercial, commercial property, employment, family, dispute resolution, property litigation, and trusts, wills & estates.
Client testimonials highlighted in the guide commend Raworths for offering ‘creative solutions, sound advice, and a commercial mindset’, underscoring the firm’s effective client service ethos. The independent feedback forms the basis of the guide’s rankings, thus serving as a testament to Raworths’ reputation and performance.
Raworths’ recognition in the 2024 Legal 500 UK Guide reinforces their industry leadership and client dedication.
