UK Legal Awards 2026/ 8 Most Client-Focused MultiDisciplinary Law Firm 2026 – North West England For almost ten years, Matt Rowland Solicitors have been flying the flag of a client-first service in the Greater Manchester area, delivering a wide range of legal services tailored to their specific needs. Specialising in personal injury, immigration, residential conveyancing, housing law, medical negligence, and human rights, this small but growing law firm brings a personal touch to its services across these areas, balancing this with expertise that is near unrivalled in North West England. Partner Lauretta Matthias-Johnson was on hand for more about these services. A dynamic, client-focused law firm offering a wide range of expert-led legal services, Matt Rowland Solicitors sees that every client feels, informed, supported, and represented with care. The team handle complex and even sensitive matters with the precision clients expect of one of the UK’s most client-focused law firms, something that can be attributed in part to the warmth and accessibility that comes from having the services of a close-knit team at their disposal to deliver excellent legal support. “We combine strong technical capability with a genuine focus on client wellbeing, advocating for individuals and families in some of the most impactful areas of law.” One of the distinguishing features of the services Matt Rowland Solicitors provides is the commitment to accessibility that runs across them. Justice should never be hidden behind barriers, and by delivering personal services at competitive prices, everyone can feel as though they have access to justice through a firm that is approachable and dedicated to genuine care. Lauretta added: “We take time to understand each client’s circumstances in depth, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and informed about the legal process ahead.” This is just the beginning, and the multidisciplinary approach for which the firm has been singled out in this programme is underpinned by transparency, with detailed guidance and open channels of communication defining every stage of the process. Examples of this in action include consistent updates, proactive case management, and being responsive to client needs at what is often a challenging time. Pinpointing the most essential aspects of this service, Lauretta detailed strong case preparation and setting realistic expectations from the outset as being pivotal for the firm’s success, and this is why, regardless of the nature of a case, the aim is always to deliver a service that is thorough, human, and grounded in securing the best possible outcomes. Diving into specifics, Lauretta told us of the importance of the introduction of Awaab’s Law into the world of landlord/tenant law, with the firm having expanded its housing disrepair department as a result. This was done primarily to provide clients who would not usually have access to case funding with the means to get their story heard. Offering a conditional fee agreement, meaning they do not pay upfront for these services, people on a lower income have been given a voice to challenge a landlord who is potentially risking their safety. The stellar outcomes Matt Rowland Solicitors has secured for many of these tenants is a great example of the strengths of an approach that involves only taking on cases the firm believes it has the required speciality in, with the team being honest right from the start on whether or not a case has prospects within the firm. However, given the teamwork the team strive for and the sense of accountability underpinning this growing firm, cases where they doubt their ability are increasingly few and far between. “As a partner in a growing firm, I value the ability to shape the direction of the business while nurturing a team who share a commitment to excellence and empathy.” With 2026 marking an exciting phase of strategic growth for Matt Rowland Solicitors, driven by increased demand across both its housing and medical negligence departments, Lauretta told us how the firm is looking to strengthen and scale these areas further, investing in specialist talent to help it to deliver a more streamlined, client-focused service than ever. Against this backdrop, the firm’s commitment to blending top-quality expertise with the personal touch of a smaller practice remains deeply rooted in its day-today operation. Following its recognition as the Most ClientFocused Multi-Disciplinary Law Firm 2026 – North West England in this programme, Lauretta signed off by saying: “Our planned expansion is driven by a commitment to meeting rising client demand without ever compromising on the personal, attentive service we’re known for.” Having celebrated it here for exactly this reason, we are certain Matt Rowland Solicitors will continue to thrive as we move through the rest of 2026 and beyond. Contact: Lauretta Matthias-Johnson (Partner) Company: Matt Rowland Solicitors Web Address: www.mattrowlandsolicitors.co.uk
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