This year, Holden Smith celebrates a significant milestone of five years in business, showcasing remarkable growth and innovation in the legal sector.
- Founded in 2019 by James Smith and David Bancroft, the firm has grown from a team of just two to over a hundred employees across multiple offices.
- Emphasising modern technology, Holden Smith aimed to revolutionise client experiences in legal transactions and has become a formidable force in the industry.
- Despite challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the firm has shown resilience, leading to the expansion of their services and opening of new departments.
- The firm is proud of its achievements and looks forward to further advancements in the legal realm, setting new standards for excellence.
In 2019, Holden Smith was established by James Smith, a property solicitor, and David Bancroft, a business development expert. Together, they left their previous positions at Ison Harrison, driven by a shared vision of improving transaction speeds and client satisfaction through innovative technologies. The firm has since expanded to over 100 employees, with offices located in Huddersfield, Leeds, Horsforth, and Elland.
The firm’s inception focused on core services such as conveyancing, wills, and probate. As the firm grew, it strategically entered new markets by developing family law and corporate and commercial departments. This diversification was pivotal to the company’s growth trajectory.
Holden Smith’s journey was not without its challenges. A year into their operation, the COVID-19 pandemic struck, causing significant disruption in the housing market and necessitating the furlough of numerous staff. Despite these setbacks, the firm not only survived but thrived post-pandemic, leveraging its robust technological infrastructure to catalyse growth and successfully open three additional offices.
Co-founder James Smith openly expressed his pride in the firm’s achievements, stating, “We’re exceptionally proud of what we and the team have achieved in just five short years.” His sentiments reflect the firm’s commitment to blending traditional legal practices with cutting-edge technology, ensuring swift and efficient client services.
David Bancroft highlighted the importance of their resilience during economic downturns, particularly emphasising the rapid post-pandemic recovery, which allowed them to diversify their service offerings significantly. This adaptability allowed Holden Smith to transform challenges into opportunities, setting a new benchmark for performance in the legal industry.
Holden Smith’s dedication to technology-driven solutions has not only ensured its survival in a competitive market but established it as a leader in client satisfaction and service innovation.
