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Wake Smith is one of South Yorkshire’s leading firms of solicitors, established in 1802 Want to work for us?

Wake Smith is one of South Yorkshire’s leading firms of solicitors, having been established in Sheffield for over 200 years. Over the decades, the firm has built an enviable reputation for forging successful professional relationships. Understanding key business and individual needs has enabled Wake Smith to maintain and enhance its status as a leading firm. The firm has over 100 staff, 2 offices

in Sheffield and 19 partners leading more than 40 experienced legal professionals; including solicitors, associates, consultants and chartered legal executives who all deliver the expertise and practical advice that our clients need and value. Check out our current vacancies here: https://bit.ly/3KJUvBW

21/05/2026

New Charity of the Year announced...

We're pleased to share that our next charity for 2026-2027, as voted by our staff, is Sheffield Women's Aid

The Sheffield based charity provides vital accommodation and specialist support for women and children from anywhere in the UK who need a place of safety away from violence, including coercive control and psychological abuse.

We're looking forward to seeing how we can support the charity and help raise vital funds for the services they provide.

Follow along to see what we get up to!

15/05/2026

We’re extremely pleased to share that Wake Smith has achieved double-digit growth in fee income for the first time, a 17% increase from last year.

Over the last 12 months, we have continued to invest heavily in our people, technology, processes and business development, as well as building our busy Private Client, Corporate, Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property teams.

These investments have supported another exciting year for the firm, including achieving Gold Investors in People accreditation for the first time, welcoming a host of new clients, advising on some of the most high-profile commercial transactions in South Yorkshire, and receiving recognition through regional award wins and shortlistings.

Joint-Managing Directors Elizabeth Shaw and Paul Gibbon commented:

“This positive change, coupled with our financial results, really highlights what can happen when we work together with a shared sense of purpose. Our people and culture are incredibly important to who we are, what we have achieved and what makes Wake Smith a great place to work. They are the drivers of our success. We will keep the momentum going and see what more we can accomplish in the year ahead.”

13/05/2026

The recent storyline involving Nigel Bates in EastEnders has struck a deep chord with viewers.

For Stephanie Chung, director in our Wills, Trust & Probate team, it feels incredibly personal.

Storylines like Nigel’s are a gentle but firm reminder that preparing for the future is actually a profound act of care.

By acting early, we ensure that:
- Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) place your future in the hands of those you trust most.

- Wills provide clarity, protecting your family from the heartache of legal disputes.

- Advance Decisions ensure your medical and care preferences are honoured, even when you can’t voice them.

- Open Conversations replace future uncertainty and guilt with peace of mind.

For assistance with planning for the future, contact our Wills, Trust & Probate team either via our website, or call us on 0114 266 6660

08/05/2026

We’re so proud to share that Wake Smith has raised £7,872 for our 2025–26 Charity of the Year, Support Dogs

It’s been fantastic to support a charity doing such important work for people affected by autism, epilepsy and physical disabilities.

From fundraising events and bake sales to quizzes and office visits from some very special four-legged friends, it’s been wonderful to see colleagues, friends, family and clients all getting involved.

Supporting charities and organisations making a real difference in our communities remains incredibly important to us, and we’re delighted to have contributed towards the amazing work Support Dogs continues to do.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped us raise this fantastic total 💙

07/05/2026

The Government’s new Fair Work Agency (FWA) launched, 7 April 2026.
It brings together the enforcement of key employment rights into one place.

Employers should take steps now to be in a stronger position should scrutiny arise, helping mitigate and reduce the risk of potential penalties and workplace disruption.

More information can be found on our latest article, including:

What is the Fair Work Agency?
What is it responsible for?
What will the FWA do?
What this means for employers?
How will compliance be monitored?
How Wake Smith can help you

Read the article here 👉 https://www.wake-smith.co.uk/latest-news/news-archive/2026/05/07/the-new-fair-work-agency---what-do-employers-need-to-do

Employers wanting to discuss the implications of the new Fair Work Agency on their business should contact Wake Smith’s employment team. Visit our website, or call us on 0114 266 6660.

05/05/2026

👏 Congratulations to Sophie Kerry!

We’re delighted to share that Sophie, an Associate in our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, has been shortlisted in the Insider Media Yorkshire Young Professionals Awards 2026.

Sophie has built a fantastic reputation for supporting clients through complex disputes, always taking a practical and approachable approach.

She’s also a big part of life at Wake Smith, contributing to our Charity Board, Wellbeing Committee and Wake Smith Link, helping make the firm a great place to work.

We’re very proud of this achievement and wish Sophie the best of luck at the awards in June.

01/05/2026

We’re proud to share that Wake Smith has once again achieved national recognition for the quality of our legal services and client care.

Our Lexcel accreditation has been renewed for the 13th year running, recognising high standards across the firm, from client care and case management to risk management, leadership and service delivery.

We’ve also retained the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accreditation, which confirms our continued commitment to excellence in residential property work and gives clients reassurance that they’re in safe hands.

Together, these accreditations reflect what matters most to us - providing trusted, reliable legal advice and a high level of care to everyone we support.

A big thank you to our team for their continued hard work and commitment.

29/04/2026

New trade union right of access – what does it mean for employers?

From October 2026, changes to employment law will give trade unions greater rights to access workplaces. This is something employers should be aware of and start preparing for now.

These changes could affect how businesses manage employee relations, site access and day-to-day processes.

In our latest article, we explain what the new rules mean in practice, who they apply to, and what steps you may want to consider.

👉 Read the full article here:
https://www.wake-smith.co.uk/advice-centre/employment-hr/general-employment-advice/What-the-new-trade-union-right-of-access-means-for-employers-in-2026

If you’d like to talk through how this could impact your business, call us on 0114 266 6660 for advice.

24/04/2026

Are you prepared for Inheritance Tax changes?

From April 2026, new rules mean there’s now a £2.5m cap on 100% inheritance tax relief for agricultural and business assets. This could have a real impact on farm and estate succession plans.

If you’re unsure what this means for you or your family, now is a good time to start thinking ahead.

We’ve put together a simple, practical guide to help explain the changes and what you may need to consider.

👉https://www.wake-smith.co.uk/latest-news/news-archive/2026/04/22/inheritance-tax-reform-and-farm-succession-are-changing

22/04/2026

🎉 Great news for our Company & Commercial team!

We’re proud to share that Wake Smith has been shortlisted for six awards at the Insider Media South Yorkshire Dealmaker Awards 2026, including Corporate Law Firm of the Year.

These awards recognise the region’s leading dealmakers, and we’re delighted to see our team’s hard work and dedication recognised.

👏 Congratulations to everyone involved — a fantastic achievement!

👉 Find out more: https://www.wake-smith.co.uk/latest-news/news-archive/2026/04/22/wake-smith-corporate-work-shortlisted-in-six-dealmakers-awards-2026

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No1 Velocity, 2 Tenter Street
Sheffield
S14BY

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Website

http://www.wake-smith.co.uk/

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