The national law firm, Stephensons has been awarded the prestigious Lexcel accreditation by the Law Society of England and Wales for the thirteenth year in a row. The accreditation follows a comprehensive assessment conducted by the Centre for Assessment.
The Lexcel standard is a mark of excellence for legal practice management and client care, and this reaccreditation reaffirms Stephensons’ ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards of service, compliance, and professional development.
The assessment, which took place over three days in June 2025, involved in-depth interviews, a review of case files and documentation, and evaluation of firm-wide practices across both the Wigan and Manchester offices. The assessor praised the firm’s strong leadership, inclusive culture, and dedication to continuous improvement.
Key highlights from the assessment include:
- Recognition as one of The Times Top Companies to Work For, achieved on first application.
- Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation retained, demonstrating robust information security practices.
- Ongoing investment in the ShareDo case management system, with staff actively involved in its development and implementation.
- High standards of client care, with consistently low complaint levels and excellent feedback on Trustpilot (average rating of 4.6 out of 5).
- Strong internal communication and transparency, particularly through the firm’s well-regarded board tours.
- Commitment to staff development, with comprehensive training, coaching, and clear career progression pathways.
Sean Joyce, Managing Partner at Stephensons commented:
“We are delighted to have once again achieved Lexcel accreditation. This recognition reflects the dedication and professionalism of our entire team. We remain committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering outstanding service to our clients.”