Wake Smith retains position in leadingindustry guide
Wake Smith Solicitors has retained its leading position in the UK’s eminent legal directory The Legal 500.
The established firm has held is standings in the prestigious industry guide in the Yorkshire and The Humber region with its commercial and personal law departments and experienced individuals being highlighted and praised in their field.
Wake Smith retained its Yorkshire rankings in numerous departments including corporate and commercial, family, commercial property, private client, contentious probate, commercial litigation, property litigation, banking and finance and clinical negligence.
Individuals highlighted for their exceptional work included Rebecca Robinson, Tom Haywood, Elizabeth Shaw, Mike Doherty, Sophie Kerry, Terry Regan, Scott Haslam, Kate Lax, John Breeze, Lindsey Canning, Colleen Dooney, Stephanie Chung, Neil Salter, Paul Gibbon and Ben Spencer.
Law firms only appear in The Legal 500 ranking tables and commentary on merit, through independent research and feedback from 250,000 in-house peers and access to law firms' deals, confidential matters and client reviews.
Feedback included:
“Communication was very good, they worked with us in a manner that was suited to us. We felt that they knew their field of expertise well and were able to fully support us.”
“All staff and partners stood out in our eyes. They were readily available to discuss and explain matters and hold our hand throughout a transaction that we were not familiar with.”
“Michael Doherty builds a good rapport with counsel and makes effective use of the bar.”
“Wake Smith have been legal advisors to our company for over 5 years, they have given expert legal advice from a number of issues, they have staff who are experts in all areas from company law, employment law and dealing with property transactions, they communicate with us well and work to deadlines, they offer value for money.”
“Absolutely dedicated team to their clients and getting the best for them. The team is amazing, and they never stop working and trying to get justice for their clients.”
“Kate Lax and Scott Haslam are exceptional. They are clear-thinking and proactive and take every step to achieve the best for their clients.”
“John Breeze is an excellent lawyer.”
“John Breeze is one of the best contentious probate lawyers that I have come across.''
“John provides clear advice to deal with practical situations, and he also manages his work well to ensure that deadlines are achieved. John has always provided the highest standards of Client care, and he delivers his advice in a friendly manner.”
“Lindsey Canning is exceptional.”
“Lindsey Canning is extremely knowledgeable and an excellent communicator.”
“Lindsey Canning has a very kind and friendly approach, excellent knowledge of different areas linked to my case.”
“Everyone I spoke to at Wake Smith Solicitors was kind and patient. I was very impressed with everyone I met.”
“A cohesive, well-rounded team.”
“The team is at all times professionals who go above and beyond to help.''
“Broad range of skills and quick and responsive personal service.”
“Neil Salter, capable and thorough - good at explaining concepts and always retaining the customers best interests.”
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