Double digit growth for law firm Ward Hadaway

UK top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has reported record financial results for the 2024/25 financial year, delivering turnover of £53.6m, an increase of 11.6% on the previous year.

The results, covering the period from May 2024 to April 2025, mark the firm’s fifth consecutive year of revenue growth and demonstrate continued delivery against its long-term strategic growth objectives. Those objectives, announced when Steven Petrie became Managing Partner in April 2024, include targeting turnover growth of more than 50% within the next five years and doubling the firm’s size over the next decade.

Revenue increased across all departments with particularly strong performances from the Housing, Private Client and Commercial Disputes teams. Growth was recorded across all offices, led by Manchester, which achieved revenue growth of 42%, with Leeds also delivering double digit growth.

The year also saw substantial people growth across the firm with investment at all levels to support increasing client demand and the expansion of core practice areas. This growth has been driven by a continued emphasis on supporting long-term client relationships, expanding service lines, and developing talent throughout the business.

Steven Petrie, Managing Partner at Ward Hadaway, said: “These results reflect a sustained period of disciplined growth across the firm. We have delivered consistent performance across our offices and service lines, which is particularly significant given the wider economic and market conditions. Our focus has remained on building strong teams, investing for the long term and delivering high-quality advice to clients across all sectors.”

The 2024/25 financial year also set the foundation for further expansion. Since the end of the reporting period, the firm has successfully completed its merger with the highly regarded Teesside firm The Endeavour Partnership, and opened a new office in Birmingham, extending its presence into the Midlands as part of its growth strategy.

Steven Petrie added: “Our ambition is to grow in a way that is sustainable and aligned with our values. The merger with The Endeavour Partnership and the opening of our Birmingham office are clear examples of this approach. They broaden our expertise and geographic reach while allowing us to maintain the culture and standards that underpin the firm’s success.”

Investments for 2026 include a number of new partner appointments across all offices and a move to a larger office space in Birmingham.