Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Newcastle
Ward Hadaway is an independent, full-service law firm with a 37-year heritage, serving businesses, public sector organisations, and private individuals. Our team of 315 lawyers across five UK offices combines regional expertise with national influence to deliver tailored legal solutions. We prioritise straightforward communication, respect for client needs, and ambitious pursuit of optimal outcomes. Our commercial approach focuses on understanding client drivers to assemble specialist teams that address complex legal challenges efficiently.With over 50 partners recommended in Chambers or Legal 500, we maintain high standards across 50+ legal disciplines while holding accreditations in data security, environmental management (ISO14001), and workplace excellence. Our responsible business strategy integrates community support, environmental stewardship, and staff wellbeing into our core operations.
Services
Corporate Law
Property Transactions
Employment Law
Clinical Negligence
Wills & Probate
Commercial Litigation
Social Housing Law
Family Law
PFI Management
Charity Law
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- UK Top 100 law firm with 37 years' regional and national experience
- Over 50 partners recommended in Chambers or Legal 500 directories
- Commercial approach combining legal expertise with business understanding
- ISO14001 accredited environmental management systems
- International network covering legal support in 125+ countries
Associations and certifications
- ISO14001
What people say
Commercial and timely advice
Excellent response times
Exceptional service
Strong team approach
Proactive problem-solving
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law team advises businesses from start-ups to PLCs on mergers, acquisitions, governance, and commercial contracts. We provide pragmatic solutions for company formations, shareholder agreements, and regulatory compliance. Our specialists work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and deliver cost-effective legal strategies that support growth and risk management.
Healthcare Law
We offer specialist legal support to NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, and medical professionals. Our services include clinical negligence defence, regulatory compliance, and employment law matters. The team provides expert guidance on healthcare governance, patient safety frameworks, and procurement processes, maintaining membership on the NHS Resolution panel for clinical negligence cases.
Property Transactions
Our property lawyers handle commercial and residential transactions, development projects, and landlord-tenant disputes. We advise national housebuilders, social housing providers, and commercial developers on acquisitions, disposals, and property finance. The team specialises in complex property matters including mixed-use developments, planning permissions, and property litigation for both private and public sector clients.
Family Law
We provide sensitive legal guidance for family matters including divorce, child custody, pre-nuptial agreements, and inheritance planning. Our specialists help clients navigate emotionally challenging situations with practical advice on financial settlements, cohabitation agreements, and succession planning. The team combines empathy with legal expertise to protect client interests during difficult personal circumstances.
Commercial Litigation
Our litigation team handles complex commercial disputes for businesses and individuals. We specialise in contract disputes, insolvency matters, and professional negligence claims. The lawyers focus on achieving commercial resolutions through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings, combining strategic thinking with strong advocacy skills to protect client assets and business interests.
Questions
What areas of law does Ward Hadaway specialise in?
We specialise in corporate law, property transactions, employment law, clinical negligence, family law, and social housing law, with expertise across 50+ legal disciplines.
Does Ward Hadaway have international capabilities?
Through our membership of GGI, we provide access to legal advisers in over 125 countries, supporting clients with international legal requirements.
What accreditations does Ward Hadaway hold?
We maintain ISO14001 accreditation for environmental management and have multiple partners recommended in Chambers and Legal 500 directories.
How does Ward Hadaway support community initiatives?
Our responsible business strategy includes supporting local charities, environmental projects, and social mobility initiatives across our operating regions.
What makes Ward Hadaway different from other law firms?
We combine regional expertise with national influence, offering partner-led service focused on commercial solutions and long-term client relationships.
Reviews (2)
Ian Hamilton
May 19, 2022
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Gemma Iceton dealt with my enquiry professionally and sympathetically. Highly recommended. Thank you Gemma.
Sam Wass
Nov 11, 2020
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First class commercial team. Very down to earth (not necessarily the norm for solicitors), and most importantly very good at what they do.
