A partner at a Harrogate company which has been part of the town’s fabric for more than 130 years has hailed as a “tremendous endorsement” the latest recognition from two of the UK’s leading legal guides

Founded in 1887 by Edwin Raworth, the new Chambers UK Guide 2026 sees the firm maintain its prestigious Band 1 rankings for its Corporate and Commercial, Employment and Family teams, reflecting its consistency at the highest level.

Fourteen lawyers from Raworths have been ranked in both the Chambers UK and Chambers High Net Worth guides, half of the firm’s total number of lawyers.

Simon Morris, Managing Partner at Raworths said: “These results are a tremendous endorsement of the hard work, expertise and commitment shown by everyone at Raworths.

Raworths' Managing Partner, Simon Morris was among those to receive top-tier recognition in the UK’s leading legal guide. (Picture contributed)

placeholder image — Raworths' Managing Partner, Simon Morris was among those to receive top-tier recognition in the UK’s leading legal guide. (Picture contributed)

"The rankings are based on rigorous independent research and client feedback, which makes the recognition even more meaningful as it reflects the trust and confidence our clients place in us."

Mr Morris, himself, was awarded ‘Eminent Practitioner’ status, recognising his influence and leadership within the firm.

This distinction is reserved for highly respected lawyers who, while focusing on strategic and client relationship roles, continue to play an instrumental part in guiding their teams.

Other practice areas recognised by the Chambers UK Guide 2026 at Raworths, which employs more than 70 people at its Harrogate office on Station Parade, include Dispute Resolution, Property Litigation, Commercial Property and Agriculture & Rural.

The firm’s Trusts, Wills and Estates (TWE) team retained its Band 1 ranking in the Chambers HNW Guide, which is aimed at the international private wealth market.

In addition, Raworths has also maintained its strong position in the Legal 500 UK Guide 2026, published at the start of October.

All practice areas were highlighted, including the TWE team retaining its top tier Band 1 ranking, with 19 individual lawyers named in the guide.

Among those recognised were Matthew Hill (Head of Commercial Client Services and Head of Dispute Resolution), Carmelita Ardren (Head of Family), Rachel Tunnicliffe (Senior Partner and Head of Private Client Services), and Alison Walker and Sam Jenner (both Partners and joint Heads of TWE).