A local solicitors has been named the best in North Yorkshire at the England Business Awards 2025.
The team from Walker Foster Solicitors were presented with the award at a glittering awards event held in Leeds last night (Sunday).
The category was decided based upon a public vote.
A spokesperson for the firm called the award a “true honour.”
They said:
“A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted for us - your support has played a huge part in this achievement.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our clients, colleagues and communities for your continued trust in our team.
“Being recognised for our commitment to personal, professional and reliable legal services is a true honour - and we’re proud to share this success with you all.”
Walker Foster has seven offices across the region, including Harrogate, Skipton and Ilkley.
The firm will now go on to represent North Yorkshire on a national level.
The Grand Final of England’s Business Awards for 2025 is scheduled for November 2025, and will take place at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham.

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