Lawfront reports 73% growth in annual revenue this year
The private-equity backed parent company of seven regional firms, and over 1,500 staff, says it has achieved 73% growth in annual revenues this year, driven both by acquisitions and organic growth. Lawfront, which counts Slater Heelis and Brachers amongst its cohort, said revenue grew from £74 million to more than £128 million, achieved in part […]
Later life lending expected to increase in second half of this year
More than a third (37%) of brokers expect later life lending inquiries to rise in the rest of the year after lending hit £1.71bn in the first half of the year, new analysis suggests. Equity Release Council (ERC) figures released in August revealed retired homeowners released £1.71bn of property wealth in the first six months […]
Report reveals what the future holds for the Welsh legal sector
Major research project, Welsh Legal Sector Transformation Report 2026, examining the challenges, ambitions and priorities of Welsh law firms has released their findings. Legal News Wales and independent legal software provider Osprey Approach gathered the views of more than 50 law firms across Wales, with 96% of respondents holding senior leadership, management or operational roles. […]
£42,000 net income a year needed for a comfortable retirement
Adults in the UK believe they need an average after-tax household income of £42,456 a year to retire comfortably and feel financially secure, new research shows. A survey of 2,078 adults, carried out by YouGov on behalf of wealth management firm Mattioli Wood, found that 18 to 24-year-olds think they need net earnings of £55,272 […]
Firm news: the latest updates in wills and probate
Premier Solicitors expands with acquisition of Chambers & McClay. Premier Solicitors say the acquisition represents another step forward in their continued commitment to delivering exceptional probate and estate administration services to clients across the country. Chief Revenue Officer, David Masterton said: “We’re thrilled to complete another significant acquisition this year, which complements our strategic development […]
Figures show Grant of Probate paper applications drop since 2020
New Ministry of Justice figures finds since 2020, paper Grant of Probate applications have dropped by 88%, while paper applications for Letters of Administration are down just 3%. The data, analysed by David W Harris & Co, shows between 2020 and 2025, paper applications for a Grant of Probate fell from 144,184 to 17,481, a […]