Walker Foster has been named “Best Solicitor in North Yorkshire” at the regional England’s Business Awards 2025. The ceremony took place on Sunday 20 July at The Queens Hotel in Leeds.
The accolade recognises Walker Foster as a leading legal practice in Yorkshire and secures the firm a place in the national Grand Final, taking place on 16 November in Birmingham. The competition offers a chance to be recognised among the best legal firms across England.
Voting for the national Grand Final is now open, and Walker Foster is encouraging clients, supporters and the wider business community to participate. Public votes are a key part of determining which firms advance to the final stage. Those wishing to support Walker Foster can vote at https://www.nominees.info/grand-finalist.
Maxine Heppenstall, Managing Director at Walker Foster, commented: “We are incredibly proud to have been crowned Best Solicitor in North Yorkshire at the England’s Business Awards. This regional recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and reflects the trust our clients place in us.
“Progressing to the national Grand Final is an extraordinary honour, and we are now looking forward to competing on a national stage in Birmingham this November. We would be grateful for the support of our clients, friends and the wider business community as voting opens for the national competition.
“This award validates our commitment to excellence across all areas of legal practice, and we remain focused on delivering exceptional service to every client we work with. We hope to carry the momentum of our regional success forward and represent Yorkshire with pride at the national Grand Final.”
England’s Business Awards celebrate professional excellence and business achievement across the country. Judging combines independent mystery shopper assessments with public voting to recognise businesses that deliver outstanding service. More information about the awards and voting is available at https://englandsbusinessawards.co.uk/faq/.
Founded in 1919, Walker Foster is a full-service law firm with offices in Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden, Settle, Ilkley, Northallerton and Harrogate. The firm has built a strong reputation for reliable legal services across Yorkshire and continues to expand its expertise in specialist areas.
