The transaction represents a major milestone in Flint Bishop’s ambitious growth strategy and further strengthens its position as one of the UK’s leading law firms.
The deal sees Flint Bishop acquire the business and assets of a well-established, leading Yorkshire-based law firm with complementary expertise, bolstering its capabilities across commercial, employment, dispute resolution and litigation, property, and private client services, while also introducing new specialisms including criminal and regulatory, ecclesiastical law, and intellectual property.
Upon completion this month, Flint Bishop says it will retain all three Lupton Fawcett offices, substantially expanding its presence across the north.
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Together with its headquarters in Derby and existing offices in Birmingham, Leeds, and Swansea, Flint Bishop will employ more than 420 people and is projected to generate annual turnover well in excess of £40 million.
As part of the transaction, Flint Bishop has made significant investment in IT, technology, and innovation to drive growth and integration, and will launch a major recruitment drive across Leeds, Sheffield and York to further strengthen its teams, expand its capabilities, and attract top legal talent.
The transaction follows Flint Bishop’s record-breaking financial year for 2024/25, which saw revenue growth of 53% year-on-year to £31.9 million — highlighting the firm’s strong market momentum.
The addition of Lupton Fawcett’s talented people, valuable assets, and strong client portfolio across property, education, retail, manufacturing, and professional services further accelerates Flint Bishop’s trajectory towards achieving Top 100 UK law firm status by 2026.
Qamer Ghafoor, Chief Executive of Flint Bishop, said: “Our latest acquisition is a transformative step in our growth journey, enhancing our capabilities, broadening our geographic reach, and allowing us to deliver even greater value to our clients.”
“Lupton Fawcett has a proud heritage and an outstanding reputation, and we look forward to welcoming our talented new colleagues in Leeds, Sheffield, and York, supporting them with exciting career and development opportunities.”
James Richardson, Managing Partner of Lupton Fawcett, said: “Joining Flint Bishop represents an exciting new chapter for both our people and our clients.
“The cultural alignment and shared commitment to excellence made this a natural fit. This move ensures continuity and stability for our existing clients, while creating considerable opportunities for growth in Yorkshire and across the wider north of England as part of a truly national law firm.”
Qamer Ghafoor added: “The acquisition also creates significant opportunities for growth across Leeds, Sheffield, and York, where we will be actively recruiting to strengthen our presence in the north of England. “With further strategic acquisitions in the pipeline and active discussions already underway, we remain firmly committed to strengthening our position as a leading, innovative, and client-focused national law firm.”