Historic Sheffield law firm Bell & Buxton Solicitors has merged with Sills & Betteridge Solicitors to form a new powerhouse in the Sheffield legal market.
Bell & Buxton Solicitors has been a pillar of legal excellence in Sheffield for 150 years, renowned for its litigation and corporate law practices. The firm has built a reputation for delivering top-tier legal services and fostering long-term client relationships.
Sills & Betteridge Solicitors, established in 1759 already has 16 offices across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the East Midlands and over 400 partners and staff. Their expansion into South Yorkshire began in 2019 with the acquisition of Bridge Sanderson Munro Solicitors of Doncaster, Bawtry, Thorne and Wath upon Dearne.
The firm then extended its presence into Sheffield in 2021 with the acquisition of Rawson Family Law. Two years later, they acquired Acclaimed Family Law and the team now occupy offices at New Oxford House, Barker’s Pool in the regenerated ‘Heart of the City’ quarter.
The Bell & Buxton team will remain at Telegraph House for the foreseeable future.
The merger of these two Legal 500 ranked law firms will create one of the largest law firms in Sheffield with a turnover of over £25 million. The merged firm will create a new force in the Sheffield legal market, offering a comprehensive suite of services across multiple practice areas. The combined firm, to be known initially as Sills & Betteridge incorporating Bell & Buxton will leverage the strengths of both firms to provide unparalleled legal services in the city.
“We are thrilled to join forces with Sills & Betteridge Solicitors,” said Matthew Rodgers, Partner of Bell & Buxton Solicitors. “This merger represents a significant step for both firms as we respond to the changing legal landscape and the evolving needs of our clients.
“By coming together, we can offer a wider range of services while maintaining the trusted, personal relationships that both firms have built with generations of clients. With a strong cultural fit and shared values, we look forward to reinforcing the Sills & Betteridge brand in the Sheffield market, building on their previous successful merger with Acclaimed Family Law.”
Partner, Alex Ross adds: “We would also like to acknowledge the help and support given to us by Adam Ames, Jo Cresswell and Alicia Williams of Shorts Accountants throughout the merger process. They have been an integral part of the process.”
Martyn Hall, Chief Financial Officer of Sills & Betteridge Solicitors, added: “Our firms share a common vision of excellence and client service and by combining our talents and resources, we will enhance our ability to deliver innovative and effective legal solutions in the city of Sheffield. Sills & Betteridge have ambitious growth ambitions, and this merger marks a major step forward in our regional expansion strategy.”
