Weightmans LLP

Firm to provide full range of legal services under new £60 million framework Law firm Weightmans has announced its successful appointment to the London Boroughs’ Legal Alliance (LBLA) Solicitors Panel, following a competitive procurement process for the new legal services framework valued at up to £60 million over four years. The LBLA’s latest framework commences on January 8, 2026, and will run until January 7, 2029, with the option of a further 12-month extension. This marks the fifth iteration of the panel, designed to support the legal needs of local authorities across Greater London and South-East England. Weightmans has been selected for Lot 2 – Full Range of Legal Services, joining an exclusive group of leading firms providing comprehensive legal support to member councils, including the London Boroughs of Haringey, Camden, Islington, Lambeth, Southwark, and many others, as well as associated authorities and partnerships. Simon Goacher, Partner and Local Government sector lead at Weightmans, commented: “We are pleased to join the LBLA Solicitors Panel. Amidst ongoing political change and increasing complexity for local authorities, promoting innovation and best practice in public sector law is vital to meet the diverse legal challenges councils face. “This achievement is testament to our longstanding reputation for client excellence and deep expertise in supporting local government. It’s fantastic news for the team, and we are proud to continue delivering trusted, high-quality legal services to councils and public sector bodies across London and the South-East.” The panel selection process placed a strong emphasis on delivering added value and social value benefits, including training and knowledge sharing with in-house legal teams. Ends. Editor’s Notes Weightmans is a leading law firm with a truly global reach. From FTSE-100 companies to family-owned businesses, from public sector organisations to individuals - we believe in the power of people, innovation and partnership to provide strategic business insight and deep expertise to our clients across the UK and beyond. Weightmans, with 1,700 staff across England, Scotland, and Wales, was named a Top Employer for the 18th time in January 2025, earning a top five spot from the Top Employers Institute. In September 2025, it received EcoVadis’ Gold rating, placing it among the top 5% of law and accounting firms worldwide for ESG and sustainability. In October 2025, it also achieved its highest-ever ranking on the 2025 Social Mobility Employer Index, reaching 15th place in the list. Our purpose is to See the Possibility – in our business, our people and our clients. At Weightmans, we believe thinking differently allows us to see the possibilities others don't. For further information please contact Richard Lackey, PR Manager on 0151 243 3328 or email [email protected]

Firm secures eighth position in prestigious national ranking, reaffirming commitment to people and workplace excellence Law firm Weightmans has once again been recognised for its outstanding workplace culture, securing a place among the UK’s Top 10 Employers for the 19th consecutive year. The accolade, awarded by the Top Employers Institute, sees Weightmans achieve eighth position in the 2026 rankings. Active in 131 countries/regions, Top Employers Institute is the global authority in HR certification, benchmarking and advisory. Its programme celebrates organisations worldwide that demonstrate exceptional people-centric policies and practice, creating positive work environments that enable employees to thrive professionally and personally. Top Employers Institute CEO, Adrian Seligman commented: “Achieving a UK Top Employer Certification for 2026 reflects Weightmans’ dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance. Its strong alignment between people strategy and organisational goals, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrates the impact of its transformative practices. We are proud to recognise Weightmans for its meaningful contribution to a better world of work in the UK.” Sarah Walton, Managing Partner at Weightmans, commented: “This award holds particular significance for Weightmans, as it reflects our commitment to nurturing and developing our remarkable people, who truly are the beating heart of the firm. The ongoing enhancements to our workplace culture continue to create an environment where colleagues can thrive and deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients both in the UK and internationally.” Helen Taylor, HR Director, added: “It’s a fantastic achievement and a strong endorsement of our people policies, reinforcing Weightmans as a great place to work. We are really proud.” This recognition follows a series of significant achievements for Weightmans, including being awarded an EcoVadis Gold rating, which places the firm among the top 5% of law and accounting firms globally for ESG and sustainability performance. Additionally, the firm reached its highest-ever position on the 2025 Social Mobility Employer Index, securing 15th place. Ends. Editor’s Notes Weightmans is a leading law firm with a truly global reach. From FTSE-100 companies to family-owned businesses, from public sector organisations to individuals - we believe in the power of people, innovation and partnership to provide strategic business insight and deep expertise to our clients across the UK and beyond. Weightmans, with 1,700 staff across England, Scotland, and Wales, was named a UK Top Employer for the 19th time in January 2026, earning a top ten spot from the Top Employers Institute. In September 2025, it received EcoVadis’ Gold rating, placing it among the top 5% of law and accounting firms worldwide for ESG and sustainability. In October 2025, it also achieved its highest-ever ranking on the 2025 Social Mobility Employer Index, reaching 15th place in the list. Our purpose is to See the Possibility – in our business, our people and our clients. At Weightmans, we believe thinking differently allows us to see the possibilities others don't. For further information please contact Richard Lackey, PR Manager on 0151 243 3328 or email [email protected] About Top Employers Institute Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices. It helps accelerate these practices to enrich the world of work. Through the Top Employers Programme, participating companies can be certified and recognised as an employer of choice. The certification is awarded to organisations based on the participation and results of the HR Best Practices Survey covering six HR domains consisting of 20 topics such as People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing. In 2025, Top Employers Institute certified nearly 2,500 organisations in 131 countries/regions. These certified Top Employers positively impact the lives of over 14 million employees globally.

Leading report positions Weightmans as the second-best performing law firm among the UK’s top 75 for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2024 Firm is included in the 2025 Legal 500 Green Guide, which showcases key UK law firms leading the way in sustainability Simon Colvin, who leads Weightmans’ ESG programme, is named in The Legal 500’s exclusive new Green Ambassadors list National law firm, Weightmans is celebrating a trilogy of successes for its ESG leadership team. Weightmans was the second-best performing law firm among the UK’s top 75 in 2024 for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to The Lawyer’s new Emissions Tracker report. The report “seeks to shed light on the climate impact of the legal sector and foster a culture of accountability and improvement”, positioning Weightmans among the very best in the industry. For the second consecutive year, Weightmans features in The Legal 500's UK Green Guide, the 2025 Edition – which showcases key UK law firms who are “leading the way in sustainability”. The guide says Weightmans “makes an impactful contribution to the decarbonisation of the built environment, insurance, and local government sectors”, and provides clients with “expertise into regulatory compliance, sustainability strategy, and transition-focused transactional mandates”. The guide also namechecks Weightmans’ esteemed ESG manager, Abhay Srivastava. In other news, Simon Colvin, Weightmans ESG lead, has been named in The Legal 500’s brand-new list of Green Ambassadors, highlighting a small number of individual lawyers who have “shown an exceptionally strong engagement with sustainability matters”. Simon Colvin said: “What an incredible way to end the year and a real endorsement to the work we are doing in our ambition to be one of the UK’s most socially and environmentally conscious law firms. Congratulations to the Weightmans team, whose passion and understanding of this ever-evolving landscape has made all this possible – but also to our people at every level of the firm who as a collective and through initiatives such as our ESG Advisory Group have placed ESG right at the heart of our business. “ESG and green transition will continue to be a top priority for the firm as we enter the new year, both in respect to our own operations and also in the work supporting our clients with integrated solutions to their own ESG challenges; navigating a complex world of changing regulations, with new and emerging technologies such as AI to harness, and with extra impetus on ethical supply chains and greater transparency. We are ready to meet these challenges head-on in 2025 and beyond.” This latest chapter in Weightmans’ ESG journey comes after a year of successes for the firm in this area: Weightmans received the highest Platinum rating by EcoVadis, a global sustainability rating provider, positioning the firm in the top 1% of legal and accounting businesses globally for ESG/sustainability performance and processes Achieved ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications for the fifth year in a row, providing further recognition for the firm’s sustainability policies, including its commitment to becoming Net Zero by 2030 Announced an exciting new partnership with two respected players making waves in the world of ESG consulting/advisory - Stories Evolved and Paragon Impact; meaning Weightmans can now offer complete, end-to-end solutions for the ESG needs of all businesses, covering legal, training, and consulting, as well as tech and data management services for high quality ESG disclosures The Lawyer’s Emissions Tracker report calculates a firm’s emissions footprint, combining its per employee, per square foot, and per £1m in revenue stats, plus considers the firm’s dedication to the cause.  

563 Weightmans experts listed across Chambers and Legal 500 22 top tier rankings National law firm Weightmans has capped off a hugely successful year with the news that a record number of its lawyers have been ranked in this year’s leading legal directories, with 563 experts listed across the guides. In the latest editions of the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK legal directories, the firm has also been recommended as a top-tier firm in 22 practice areas across the two and is listed across 140 areas altogether. The areas in which Weightmans ranks for the first time (eight in total), include private wealth disputes (North West), employment (Scotland), commercial litigation (Midlands), personal tax, trusts and probate (North), IT and telecoms (London), and transport road regulatory (UK-wide), plus improved rankings for construction (North East), Local Government (UK-wide), planning and environment (North West), planning and environment (West Midlands), family (Scotland) and mental health providers (UK-wide). In the Legal 500, 48 lawyers have been included in the elite ‘leading partners’ listing, with 20 being named as ‘next generation partners’, eight named ‘hall of fame partners’, and another 22 ‘leading associates’. In Chambers, 102 Weightmans’ lawyers are ranked as ‘leading partners’ and ‘associates to watch’. Managing partner, John Schorah, said: “Coming off the back of us reporting our most successful financial year to date in the summer, this is fantastic news, and I am thrilled and proud to see the extraordinary talent and hard work recognised in these latest rankings. We are among the very best law firms globally, with many of our Partners and teams regarded as leaders in their field. “Of course, we never take our successes for granted, and the hard work continues, always striving forward and seeing the possibility in our business, in our people, and in our clients.” The Legal 500 is widely regarded ‘as offering one of the most comprehensive and definitive reviews of law firms worldwide’, while Chambers & Partners Guide UK is recognised as ‘the most widely used directory within the legal sector’. The announcement comes on the back of a raft of successes for the top 40 firm. Its 23/24 results saw its strongest financial results in its history with net profit up 41% on the previous year.  

Law firm delivers fifth consecutive year of growth, £17m net profit and £2,500 bonus for all employeesWeightmans has reported a record year in 2025/26, with revenue increasing by 12% to £162m and net profit rising by 17% to £17m.The results mark the firm’s fifth consecutive year of growth and reflect continued disciplined progress against its strategy. In recognition of the firmwide contribution to this performance, every employee will receive a bonus of £2,500.International revenue also grew strongly, increasing 16% year-on-year. During the year, the firm launched its international desks and developed a close working relationship with Irish law firm Whitney Moore (whom it also welcomed into the ILG network) to enhance its cross-border capability.2025/26 was Sarah Walton’s first year as Managing Partner. During the year, the firm introduced a refreshed strategy, vision and values, and strengthened its Board with the appointments of Caroline Johnson (Claims Director) and Duncan Finch (Non-Executive Director). The firm also promoted two female partners to the equity partnership – Catriona Wolfenden (Product and Innovation) and Jane Price (Client Partner, AIG) – reflecting its continued focus on innovation, collaboration and client delivery.Weightmans further expanded its national footprint and service offering by opening a new office in Nottingham. This momentum has continued into the new financial year through the mergers with Elborne Mitchell and Myton Law, increasing the firm’s presence in London and Leeds; it has also strengthened its capability in Scotland with the addition of a specialist immigration team in Glasgow.The firm has continued to invest in technology and client-led solutions, partnering with Verisk to launch Fraud Rely, an advanced anti-fraud platform, and with Clio Operate to roll out a new case and matter management system across the firm.Market recognition remained strong, with a record 617 lawyers ranked across Legal 500 and Chambers UK, including 22 top-tier practice areas. During the year, Weightmans welcomed 26 lateral partner hires, which, together with internal promotions, brings the partnership to 265, alongside a new intake of trainees and apprentices.Sarah Walton, Managing Partner at Weightmans, said:“This has been a landmark year for the firm. Delivering sustained growth in revenue, income and profit in a fast-changing market is a strong endorsement of our strategy and the strength of our client relationships.“The strong results reflect both the resilience of our core business and the progress we are making in growing higher-value work in areas such as public sector, regulatory, employment and advisory. We are seeing momentum in the right parts of the market, supported by long-standing client relationships and a continued focus on delivering quality and value.“What matters most is how we’ve achieved it – through a clear focus on clients, disciplined execution and continued investment in our people, our capability and our technology. I’m particularly pleased that every colleague will share that success with a £2,500 bonus.“The legal sector is evolving quickly. Technology, new delivery models, private equity and changing client expectations are reshaping the market. Our priority is to stay ahead of that change – building a stronger, more connected business, grounded in our core legal expertise, and delivering consistently for our clients.”The results follow continued external recognition of the firm’s culture, ESG and inclusion agenda. Weightmans was named a UK Top Employer for the 19th time, ranked in the top ten by the Top Employers Institute, and achieved its highest-ever position in the Social Mobility Employer Index. The firm was also listed as one of The Times Best Law Firms 2026. In September 2025, Weightmans received EcoVadis Gold status, placing it among the top 5% of firms globally for sustainability, and was named as one of the UK’s top twenty law firms for greenhouse gas performance in The Lawyer Emissions Tracker. The firm also received several external accreditations recognising its inclusion agenda and was awarded Gold at the Drum Awards for its ‘See the Possibility’ campaign.Ends.Editor’s NotesWeightmans is a leading law firm with a truly global reach.From FTSE-100 companies and family-owned businesses to public sector organisations and individuals - Weightmans believe in the power of people, innovation and partnership to provide strategic business insight and deep expertise to its clients across the UK and beyond.With 1,700 staff across England, Scotland, and Wales, Weightmans was named a UK Top Employer for the 19th time in January 2026, earning a top ten spot from the Top Employers Institute. In September 2025, it received EcoVadis’ Gold rating, placing it among the top 5% of law and accounting firms worldwide for ESG and sustainability. In October 2025, it also achieved its highest-ever ranking on the 2025 Social Mobility Employer Index, reaching 15th place in the list.The firm’s purpose is to See the Possibility – in its business, people and clients. Weightmans believe thinking differently allows it to see the possibilities others don't.For further information please contact Richard Lackey, PR Manager on 0151 243 3328 or email [email protected]

Law firm Weightmans has reported record revenue of £145 million for the financial year ending March 31, 2025 - a 3.4% increase on the previous year, representing four years of consecutive growth, and building on its record-breaking results in 2023/24. The firm also delivered net profit of £15m – the second highest annual total in its history, reflecting another year of sustained, strategic growth. The year also marked a significant leadership transition, with Sarah Walton succeeding John Schorah as Managing Partner in April 2025. Her appointment - the firm’s first female managing partner - was complemented by the arrival of former Legal & General Managing Partner, Duncan Finch as a Non-Executive Director, ensuring both continuity and fresh strategic insight at the top. Several practice areas delivered standout performances. The Claims Division (Insurance and Healthcare) and Regulatory teams exceeded gross profit targets. Private Wealth emerged as a key driver of both revenue and profit growth. And HR Rely, the firm’s fixed-fee outsourced HR and employment law service, surpassed all revenue, sales, and profit targets, delivering exceptional value to clients. International expansion was another highlight. Weightmans’ award-winning cyber consultancy, CyXcel, launched operations in North America. This was in addition to £10 million of international revenue generated in legal advice, reinforcing the firm’s global reach and reputation. The firm also welcomed 21 lateral hire partners, which, together with internal promotions, brings the partnership total to 267 and it had its largest-ever trainee and apprentice cohort, with 87 new joiners. In 2025, Weightmans was recognised as a Top Employer for the 18th consecutive year, achieving a top five national ranking, and appointed its first Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Liliana Corrieri. The firm’s purpose-led marketing campaign, ‘See the Possibility’, won two Gold Drum Awards, while its ESG credentials were further validated by being ranked second-best among the UK’s 75 largest law firms for greenhouse gas emissions by The Lawyer; being awarded Platinum status by EcoVadis, placing it in the top 1% globally for sustainability performance; and featuring in The Legal 500 UK Green Guide for the second consecutive year. Sarah Walton, managing partner at Weightmans, commented: “In a tough economic environment, we’ve sustained growth and maintained our momentum, which is impressive following on from the exceptional performance we achieved in our previous financial year. That success has enabled us to invest significantly in bolstering our client offer – including building out our hugely successful cyber security division CyXcel into a uniquely integrated global advisory offering. “Looking ahead, our strong financial position allows us to continue investing in what matters most: tech and innovation, our people, and delivering exceptional service to clients both in the UK and internationally.” In another development, today (September 1), Weightmans announced the opening of a new office in Nottingham, further strengthening its presence in the Midlands and underlining its commitment to growth, innovation and regional investment. This strategic move is a step forward in Weightmans’ ambition to expand its market share across priority sectors – notably Health and Public Bodies, as well as services tailored to Owner Managed Businesses and Private Clients. Alongside this, Weightmans confirms the arrival of two highly respected Nottingham-based partners - corporate lawyers Freya Summers and Mallory Coxe. Both ex-Wright Hassall partners, Freya and Mallory are recognised experts in their field, and their addition marks a key step in the firm’s ambitions to expand its corporate practice in the Midlands and nationally. The Nottingham office will act as a strategic regional hub, complementing Weightmans’ established presence in Birmingham and Leicester. This expansion strengthens the firm’s geographical footprint across the Midlands, unlocks access to vibrant local talent pools, and reinforces the firm’s position as one of the region’s leading law firms. Editor’s Notes Weightmans is a leading law firm with a truly global reach. From FTSE-100 companies to family-owned businesses, from public sector organisations to individuals - we believe in the power of people, innovation and partnership to provide strategic business insight and deep expertise to our clients across the UK and beyond. With approximately 1,600 people across offices in England, Scotland and Wales, in January 2025, Weightmans was awarded Top Employer status for the 18th time with a top five ranking, by global body, Top Employers Institute. In June 2024, the firm was also awarded the highest Platinum rating by EcoVadis, positioning the firm in the top 1% of legal and accounting businesses globally for ESG/sustainability performance and processes. Our purpose is to See the Possibility – in our business, our people and our clients. At Weightmans, we believe thinking differently allows us to see the possibilities others don't. For further information please contact Richard Lackey, PR Manager on 0151 243 3328 or email [email protected]

National law firm Weightmans has been awarded UK Top 10 Employer status for the 18th year in a row – reaching its highest ranking ever at number five. The Top Employers Certification programme – run annually by the Top Employers Institute, a global body – recognises and celebrates outstanding people-centric policies and practices that have created positive workplace environments around the world. Organisations are assessed on the results of a HR Best Practices Survey, which covers six HR domains and 20 individual topics, including people strategy, work environment, talent acquisition, learning, diversity, equity & inclusion and wellbeing. The news comes on the back of a raft of successes for the top 40 firm during the last year. Its 23/24 results saw its strongest financial results in its history with net profit up 41% on the previous year, meaning all staff received a bonus of almost £3,000 each in recognition of their contribution to the firm’s successful year; while the firm received the highest Platinum rating by EcoVadis, a global sustainability rating provider, positioning the firm in the top 1% of legal and accounting businesses globally for ESG/sustainability performance and processes. Weightmans also continued to champion colleagues’ professional development – with 27 people promoted to partner or legal director. Weightmans HR Director, Helen Taylor, said: “This is an incredible way to start the new year and fully endorses the hard work put in by everyone at every level of the firm in making Weightmans such a great place to work, thrive and build a successful career. “We See the Possibility in all of our people and they are instrumental to our success. The firm believes in the power of people working collaboratively to drive our collective success.” Top Employers Institute CEO David Plink, said: “Consistency in a not-so-consistent world? Amidst constant change - through technological advances, economic shifts, and evolving social landscapes - it is inspiring to see people and organisations rise to the challenge. This year, the Top Employers Certification Programme highlights the dedication of our Top Employers as they continue to set the standard, consistently delivering world-class HR strategies and practices. These Top Employers strive to foster growth and wellbeing, all while enriching the world of work. We are proud to celebrate these people-first leaders and teams as the Top Employers for 2025!”