Yorkshire law firm celebrates success and plans further expansion with employee ownership at its core.
Ison Harrison, one of Yorkshire’s most prolific firms, has announced that it is set to make 2025 its most successful year yet. The Leeds-based firm reported its highest-ever turnover last year, reaching over £27 million – a 23% increase from 2023.
Over the past five years, Ison Harrison has more than doubled its revenue. Key drivers of this growth include the acquisition of Cohen Cramer Solicitors and significant increases in turnover across its property, family, and commercial departments.
Reaping the benefits of employee ownership
Ison Harrison became 100% employee-owned in January 2022. The firm, now celebrating its third year of employee ownership, rewarded its 350 staff for their contributions with profit distributions. Employees with over one year’s service received a tax-free payment of £4,000, matching the amount distributed in 2023.
Managing director Jonathan Wearing commented, “The move to employee ownership was a defining moment for us. It offers the flexibility and stability we need to grow, attract new talent, and support our existing team.
“Our record-breaking year has positioned us to achieve even greater success in 2025.”
Building on a stonking 2024
Last year, Ison Harrison expanded its presence across Yorkshire by opening new offices in Queensbury and Selby, bringing its total branch count to 20. Plans are now underway to open more offices in early 2025.
The firm’s commitment to quality was recognised with Lexcel accreditation and double honours at the Yorkshire Legal Awards, where it won in the Residential Property and Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence categories.