Williamsons Solicitors invests in energy efficiency and IT at its Hull headquarters.
Williamsons Solicitors, one of East Yorkshire’s largest law firms, has made significant investments in its Hull headquarters.
The firm, based in Hull’s Old Town on Lowgate, has prioritised energy efficiency, IT infrastructure, and marketing initiatives in an effort to maintain a strong competitive edge and an efficient and secure service to clients.
Williamsons Solicitors has been based at its Lowgate headquarters since 1998 and has a 134-year history of serving East Yorkshire. The firm also operates branches in Driffield and Bridlington.
Improvements to its Lowgate offices include energy-efficient upgrades to the 1970s building, supported by Hull City Council’s Business Energy Efficiency Scheme. New double-glazed windows, two entrance doors, and LED lighting have been installed, complemented by extensive roof renovations. These changes aim to lower carbon emissions, reduce energy costs, and improve the working environment for staff.
Williamsons has also modernised its IT infrastructure with the help of a government Business Growth Grant, ensuring a resilient and future-proof system. The firm believes these upgrades are essential in navigating a competitive, highly regulated legal sector.
In addition to its operational improvements, Williamsons has invested in its marketing efforts, unveiling new signage at its Lowgate premises and launching a revamped website.
Sarah Clubley, a Williamsons Solicitors owner director, said, “We remain firmly committed to our Old Town home, believing it helps create a vibrant city and future prosperity. Proximity to the courts, access to public transport and the numerous benefits a city centre has to offer makes it hugely popular with staff and clients.
“The substantial capital investment means our 1970s Lowgate building is fit for future decades, lowers our carbon emissions and makes a more comfortable working environment.”
She said that the firms IT systems require ongoing investment along with periodical major upgrades. “We work in a highly regulated and competitive sector of business, so investment like this is essential to ensure compliance and to assist our employees to give high levels of service.
“We are also very pleased with our new signage and website, the latter of which is a culmination of many months of work.”
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Josie Geistfeld
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