Schofield Sweeney was named ‘Employer of the Year’ at the Bradford Means Business Awards 2023.

The award recognised their excellence in offering a strong investment in their colleague’s wellbeing and work/life balance.

“It’s better to keep hold of the good people that you have and build the team from there,” said Graham Sweeney, Managing partner at the Yorkshire based law firm.

The firm has also been shortlisted for eight awards at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2023.

The awards are a recognition of excellence in the legal industry.

Ann-Marie Keighley, Associate Marketing Manager, said: “We’re incredibly proud of this achievement. It wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of our amazing team and the support of our clients.”

The finalist categories are:

Partner of the year – Craig Burman, partner
Rising star of the year – Elizabeth Foster, solicitor
Commercial property
Residential property
Litigation & dispute resolution
Private client
Lawtech initiative of the year
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