This rewards excellence in practice management and service delivery from practices that have successfully implemented the Lexcel standard. The judges looked for practices that have effectively incorporated the Lexcel framework into their business strategies to drive continuous improvement.
Winner
Brethertons LLP
Brethertons have embraced Lexcel and used it to underpin their client-orientated ethos and business growth objectives. The firm uses the standards and good practice of Lexcel to deliver an unrivalled service to their clients. Compliance is an integral part of the firm.
Highly Commended
NewLaw Legal Ltd
NewLaw has experienced tremendous and rapid growth since its inception in 2004. Thanks to excellent practice management and the implementation of the Lexcel standard, NewLaw is a market leader in service delivery and regulatory compliance, with excellent feedback from clients, insurers and referrers.
Stuart Miller Solicitors Ltd
Stuart Miller Solicitors began working towards Lexcel in 2009. In just two years, the management skills acquired from the principles of Lexcel led to the firm increasing in size by 300 per cent and enhancing profits by 400 per cent. Stuart Miller Solicitors is proud to boast an impressive team of lawyers providing exceptional service.
Shortlisted
Carter Law LLP
Carter Law took the initiative to use the Lexcel framework to shape its business from early on. Consequently, after only 18 months, the firm has exceeded their vision of exemplary practice management, attaining both Lexcel and iP accreditation.
Foot Anstey LLP
Lexcel is embedded at Foot Anstey, enabling the firm to provide clients with a consistent and premium service experience. The foundation provided by Lexcel allows Foot Anstey's lawyers to concentrate on what they do best - the provision of outstanding legal advice.
Guise Solicitors Ltd
Guise Solicitors has taken the Lexcel standard of practice management as a starting point and gone beyond it to deliver an enhanced level of client service. This dedication enables Guise Solicitors to deliver legal services that are relevant to market needs and identify and address any risks with the client at an early stage.
Jackson Barrett & Gass
Instead of just planning to obtain Lexcel accreditation, Jackson Barrett & Gass decided to use Lexcel as the catalyst to transform their firm. This journey has taken them from a historic sole practitioner firm to a modern limited company law firm. Both client and staff are feeling the benefits, reporting significant improvements across the firm.
JNP Legal Ltd
JNP Legal pride themselves on having first-class systems and people. Decisions are made and plans executed for the benefit of the practice, their clients, and the communities they serve. Obtaining Lexcel and concentrating on practice management has prepared JNP for whatever the future of legal services will be.
Pannone LLP
In an increasingly competitive legal market client service is paramount. Pannone LLP strive to deliver the best service possible and constantly introduce new initiatives, from client care training for fee earners to cutting edge IT systems. They continue to make their internal audits more stringent to further enhance client care performance.
TWM Solicitors LLP
In May 2011, TWM Solicitors was awarded Lexcel accreditation, following a long and intensive review of all the firm’s policies and procedures. TWM is determined to give top class client service, minimise risk management and strengthen the firm in challenging economic times.