Leeds law firm marks 120th anniversary by launching new Harrogate office

A law firm that dates back to over 100 years has announced the launch of a new office in Harrogate.

Milners, which is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year, intends for the new office to link closely with its headquarters at Whitehall Waterfront in Leeds.

Spearheaded by partner Mat Haynes, the Harrogate office team will specialise in the full suite of private and commercial law services, including conveyancing, wills, probate and inheritance planning.

Simon Bass, the firm’s managing partner, said: “Harrogate’s popularity as a place to live and work continues to gather pace and we are delighted to establish an office presence in the town for the first time.

“We may be a new name to some in Harrogate but we have an unrivalled pedigree - and track record of success - that stretches back for more than a century.

“This expansion represents a natural progression for us, as we have built up over many years a growing portfolio of personal and business clients across Harrogate and its surrounding towns and villages.

“It is also a signal of the confidence that we are investing in the district’s ability to continue to thrive - and be part of the centre of legal excellence that is emerging here to meet people’s needs and support that growth.”

He added: “In what we hope will be one of the longest office corridors in Yorkshire, Harrogate will have access to our pool of legal talent company-wide.”

Founded by Leeds Coroner James Milner in 1897, Milners provides specialist advice for business in corporate law, commercial contracts, commercial property, development and construction, commercial litigation, insolvency, debt collection, and employment law.

The firm’s expertise also extends to offer non-business related advice including residential property, personal injury, wills, trusts and probate and family law.

The Harrogate team includes Mat Haynes, commercial property partner; Jessica Savage, solicitor; Elizabeth Shaduwa, solicitor; Alexandra Knight, paralegal; and Lucy Wood, legal assistant.

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