Swinburne Maddison LLP

Swinburne Maddison LLP is a leading law firm based in Durham, renowned for combining modern legal expertise with traditional values.

Established in 1998 through the merger of two historic practices, Swinburne Jackson & Moreland and Wilson Maddison, the firm has grown significantly over the past 25 years, now boasting a team of over 90 professionals.

The firm is recognised in The Legal 500 across multiple practice areas, with Top Tier rankings in Corporate and Commercial, Commercial Property, Commercial Litigation, and Social Housing, with further rankings across our other practice areas.

Core Values and Approach
Swinburne Maddison is built on the values of Trust, Care, Collaboration, and Agility. These principles guide every aspect of their work, from client relationships to internal culture. The firm prides itself on being approachable, jargon-free, and empathetic, offering clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Their approach is collaborative and forward-thinking, with a strong emphasis on building long-term partnerships. Whether supporting individuals through personal legal matters or acting as an outsourced legal department for businesses, Swinburne Maddison delivers solutions that are both strategic and compassionate.
Services and Sectors
The firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services across both business and private client sectors, including:

• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Commercial Property
• Dispute Resolution (including Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Probate Litigation and Property Litigation)
• Employment Law
• Family Law
• Licensing
• Private Client Services (Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning

We are proud to act for some of the North East of England’s largest registered providers of social housing, offering comprehensive legal support across a wide range of services. Our expertise includes:

• Housing disrepair claims
• Employment law
• Commercial property transactions
• Corporate governance and regulatory matters

Our deep understanding of the sector allows us to deliver practical, strategic advice that supports our clients in maintaining compliance, managing risk, and delivering high-quality housing services.

We are also trusted by farming and agricultural clients across the UK, providing tailored legal solutions that reflect the unique challenges and opportunities within the rural economy. Whether advising on succession and future planning, day-to-day legal matters, or diversification projects, our team brings sector-specific insight and a collaborative approach to every engagement.

In addition, Swinburne Maddison is ranked as a leading firm for Banking and Finance, with a proven track record of supporting businesses at every stage of their journey. We are proud to be panel members for many lenders across the UK, helping clients, from ambitious start-ups to established enterprises, achieve their growth objectives through clear, commercially focused legal advice.