Eighth year of growth for Brabners

Leading independent law firm Brabners has reported its eighth consecutive year of growth, with turnover surpassing £60m as the firm grows to almost 600 colleagues and prepares to enter its next phase of client-centred, scalable growth. 

The firm, which has an office in Preston, saw revenue rise by 11.7 per cent to £60.2m for the financial year ending April 2025.  

Pre-tax profits (before members’ remuneration and profit shares) also increased to £20.3m, up from £18.1m the previous year. 

Building on this momentum, Brabners has confirmed its plan to enter the London market marked by the opening of its office in the City in mid-2026 - a landmark step that reflects both the firm’s sustained growth and the evolving needs of its clients.

Brabners’ move into the capital represents a natural progression for the firm and will amplify its national reach as well as the support it can offer to clients operating across the UK and internationally.

The move follows the firm’s successful entry into the Leeds market in 2022 and further strengthens its position as a leading independent law firm.

The London office will be anchored by the appointment of two senior partners. 

Corporate Partner Stuart Hatcher joins from Forsters, bringing extensive experience in advising privately-owned businesses alongside deep sector expertise in sport, including his role as a director of Brentford FC; and Litigation Partner Russell Strong joins from Gunner Cooke, specialising in high-value commercial litigation and international arbitration.

They will join existing London-based real estate and tax partners Ross Shine and Euri Yoon respectively, establishing a permanent platform in the capital and laying the foundations for Brabners to play an active role in the London market over the coming years.

Brabners corporate team remained one of the UK’s most active dealmakers, advising on transactions worth more than £500m in the first half of 2025 alone, double the value of the same period in the previous year. 

Standout mandates included advising on the sale of a majority stake in the £350m turnover engineering firm William Hare Group.

The firm’s litigation practice also secured a landmark defamation victory in the Supreme Court, while its specialist sports team continued its growth with new mandates for the World Boxing Championships and Wrexham AFC.

Robert White, chief executive at Brabners, said: “This year’s financial performance provides a fantastic springboard as we begin the next phase of our growth. Most notably marked with our entry into the London market.

"What we have achieved in the last year — and in the past eight years — is testament to the quality of our firm, the ambition of our clients and the strength of our relationships with them, as well as the aspiration and commitment of our people. 

“Surpassing the £60m revenue mark is a significant milestone.

"And as we look ahead, our focus remains on delivering client-centred, scalable growth that enhances our ability to invest in exceptional talent, technology and innovation - and above all else that supports and protects our independence.”

Nik White, managing partner at Brabners, said: “Our success is driven by our people, and we are incredibly proud to be approaching 600 colleagues across the firm.

"Fundamental to who we are - and underpinning our ability to attract and retain outstanding colleagues - is our culture. 

“Launching in London is a landmark moment for Brabners.

"It allows us to build our presence in the capital while staying true to our values, strengthening our offering to clients and playing our part as an engaged and responsible member of the London business community.”

Innovation remains central to the firm's strategy, with significant investments planned in its AI capabilities, technology infrastructure and data analytics — all aimed at enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency.