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& Proudly sponsoring Lifetime Achievement Award

Clio is a leading provider of cloud-based legal software, providing lawyers with low-barrier, affordable solutions to manage and grow their firms more effectively, more profitably, and with better client experiences. Clio has sought to reimagine how lawyers manage their firms by equipping them with the tools they need to run their firms from any device, anywhere. Clio is the most widely recommended cloud-based legal technology and has a global customer base of
150,000.

Clio’s products include:
Clio Manage: The leading legal practice management software that helps legal practitioners manage clients, organise cases, automate tasks, and streamline billing.

Clio Grow: A client intake and legal CRM software which streamlines and automates the client intake process, helping lawyers schedule consultations and automate tasks, emails and workflows.
Clio Duo: An AI-powered tool that helps legal professionals automate routine tasks, get instant answers, and work more efficiently.

The Clio Suite: A solution that combines Clio Manage and Clio Grow to offer unmatched performance and an end-to-end software solution for law firms. With easy data synchronisation, firms can standardise their processes and automate tasks throughout the client lifecycle.

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Proudly sponsoring the Conveyancing Team of the Year Award

Dye & Durham brings together some of the UK's most trusted legal technology and service providers, all under one roof. 

Our roots in the UK go back over 45 years, to 1978, when the earliest of our acquired brands began supporting legal professionals.

Since then, we’ve brought together a collective of trusted, specialist providers, from conveyancing platforms to compliance tools, legal accounts to due diligence services, each with deep expertise in the legal sector.

That knowledge and experience now live in the Unity® product suite. It’s everything firms need to work smarter — proudly built on a foundation of trusted solutions with decades of experience supporting the legal profession.

Our full Unity® product suite is a connected platform that supports the entire matter lifecycle, including:

Complete legal practice management

Trust and firm accounting

Conveyancing-specific workflow

Due diligence reports for property and corporate transactions

Client onboarding

AML and KYC compliance

Corporate secretarial services

Whether you need one solution or the full platform, we’re here to help you work smarter—not harder.

Additional information can be found at www.dyedurham.co.uk

Proudly sponsoring the Boutique Law Firm of the Year Award
(1-10 Employees)

LEAP is a cloud-based legal practice management solution that enables law firms to manage their practice and matters more efficiently and profitably from anywhere, at any time and on any device.

Occupying a unique position in the legal software market, its powerful features expand beyond traditional practice management systems, leveraging the power of AI to enhance efficiency, productivity, and modernisation within law firms. By re-investing over £13 million every year into research and development, LEAP ensures continuous innovation and is the perfect partner for your firm's long-term growth.

LEAP revolutionises the way law firms operate by providing matter management, document automation, legal accounting, automatic time recording, and workflow optimisation, ultimately increasing efficiencies. Built with clients in mind, LEAP is suited across all common areas of law and includes powerful AI tools to help future-proof law firms.

As a highly secure cloud-based solution you eliminate the need for a server, reducing hardware and support costs, simplifying your IT infrastructure. Running your entire firm from one application, eliminates the mess, confusion and risk that comes with using multiple programs and databases for different areas of practice or parts of the business.

For more information visit leap.co.uk and book a demo today.

Proudly sponsoring the Lawyer of the Year Award

Perfect Portal is the new business management and client onboarding platform designed specifically for law firms. Since 2014, we’ve helped nearly 550 firms win more work, boost conversions, save time, and deliver client-centric journeys.

The modern client expects speed, transparency, and digital-first convenience. We understand their reliance on social proof; our platform helps firms automatically collect client reviews, attracting new leads by demonstrating the firm's reputation.

Our technology streamlines the entire journey, starting with powerful lead generation tools, campaign tracking, instant quotes, and follow-ups that turn enquiries into instructions. We’ve reimagined the entire experience, resulting in the onboarding journey being reduced from several weeks to just a few hours, with clients able to complete a secure payment on account in just 25 seconds.

Perfect Portal offers firms a fully branded mobile app that transforms a chaotic checklist into a streamlined, guided experience. It’s your firm’s name, logo, and colours all wrapped around award-winning technology.

Automation reduces delays and repetitive admin. With a single click, firms can send onboarding packs, including client care letters, questionnaires, and payment requests, freeing time for higher-value work.

Security is paramount, with encrypted communication and document handling providing peace of mind. Perfect Portal enables law firms to stand out by delivering a client-centric, secure experience that builds trust, strengthens loyalty, and creates a competitive edge.

Proudly sponsoring the Female Trailblazer of the Year Award

Pro-Gen Research is a leading provider of specialized probate research services with over 15 years of experience supporting the legal sector. The firm offers tailored solutions to assist legal professionals, executors, and deputies in resolving complex estate and Court of Protection matters.

Key services include:

•tracing missing beneficiaries

•verifying family trees

•international bankruptcy searches

•retrieving vital documents such as birth, marriage, and death certificates.

Renowned for its friendly yet professional approach, Pro-Gen Research is committed to making every client feel valued and supported. By combining advanced tools, proprietary databases, and a global network of research partners with in-depth genealogical expertise, the firm delivers accurate, efficient, and actionable results.

Its innovative methods integrate traditional techniques with modern technology, enabling the resolution of even the most challenging cases, including multi-jurisdictional estate matters.

As an Industry Partner of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) and a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, Pro-Gen Research upholds the highest ethical and professional standards. With transparent communication and ongoing support, the firm has built a trusted reputation among legal professionals, delivering reliable, comprehensive solutions with a personal touch that adds significant value to every case.

Proudly sponsoring the Business Growth Award

MSB Solicitors is a full-service law firm, practicing modern law for modern society. Founded as a trusted high-street firm in Liverpool, MSB has since expanded into a national presence with offices in Liverpool, Cheshire, Birmingham, Manchester, and Chester.

Named in The Sunday Times Best Law Firms 2025, MSB has received national recognition for their work, including being accredited in the Spears 500, Legal500, Pro Bono Recognition List, and the Family Law Awards. This growth reflects the firm’s commitment to serving diverse client needs across the UK.

MSB’s award-winning legal team are deeply rooted in a strong sense of community, driven by values of respect and trust. The firm prides itself on providing tailored legal solutions, whether representing individuals in vulnerable situations or advising high-net-worth clients. Every case is treated with the utmost care, ensuring that each client receives dedicated and conscientious support.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to the firm. The impact of their work on the environment and society is always considered, ensuring the highest standards of ethics and integrity are upheld. Led by Managing Partner Emma Carey, MSB’s approaches to ESG and DE&I reflect the firm’s long-standing commitment to ensuring access to justice for all.

Proudly sponsoring the Best Technology Company Award

Baskerville Drummond provides IT consultancy services to the legal sector. We pride ourselves

on helping firms get the best out of their IT through independent, pragmatic advice and

expertise. With a passion for technology, we bring a wealth of experience and energy to

projects.

Our services cover 5 themes:

• Review – Assessing the existing IT environment, providing detailed recommendations to

help organisations improve the return on their investment in technology.

• Select – Managing IT procurement from Managed Service Provider re-tendering, solution

selection and replacement, to wholesale IT environment redesigns.

• Implement – Strategic management of the implementation of a technology or solution,

ensuring that firms get the most from their selected solution.

• Support – Longer-term consultancy via our Virtual IT Director service offering strategic

and operational advice. Practice and Case Management customisation and

development projects.

• Train – Project-specific and ongoing training services across the full range of IT systems,

both legal-specific and more general productivity tools.

We work hard to ensure that everybody involved feels included and confident, creating an

atmosphere of positive collaboration. We recognise that all firms and individuals are unique

and have a different appetite for technology and change.

Let us help you cut through the challenges and find your passion for technology.

Proudly sponsoring the Housing in Disrepair Team of the Year Award

Total Legal Solutions are one of the largest fully independent cost firms in the country. They offer assistance on all cost related matters from budgets and bills of costs to points of dispute and advocacy.

They also provide completely bespoke training on all aspects of costs.

Total Legal Solutions also work closely with market leading Clinical Negligence case generation firm, Mediclaims and can provide assistance for any firm wishing to expand their caseload.

Contact Business Development Director Simon Wadlow for any further assistance. Sw@totallegalsolutions.co.uk

Proudly sponsoring the Large Law Firm of the Year Award

Xperate is a global software development company dedicated to transforming the legal sector through innovative technology. With expert teams across the UK, India, North America, and Australia, Xperate delivers bespoke solutions, system integration, and long-term outsourcing to law firms and legal tech providers.

Founded in 2021, Xperate has rapidly grown by combining deep legal industry knowledge with agile development expertise. We work collaboratively with clients to build scalable, secure, and future-ready platforms that enhance operational efficiency and client service. Whether developing custom applications, integrating existing systems, or supporting digital transformation initiatives, our flexible delivery model ensures tailored outcomes that meet each client’s unique needs.

Xperate’s commitment to partnership, transparency, and continuous improvement underpins every project. We pride ourselves on being more than just a technology provider - we’re a strategic ally helping legal businesses innovate and grow in a competitive landscape.

From project-driven solutions to long-term development support, Xperate empowers legal teams to embrace digital change with confidence. Our global reach, sector focus, and technical excellence make us a trusted partner for firms seeking to modernise, automate, and lead.

Proudly sponsoring the Costs Lawyer of the Year Award

The Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL) is the recognised professional body for Costs Lawyers in England and Wales. It represents and supports its members while promoting excellence in the practice and understanding of legal costs.

The ACL plays a key role in developing the legal costs landscape through education, training, and ongoing engagement with the legal profession. It advocates for the valuable contribution Costs Lawyers make and works collaboratively with legal bodies to support law reform, particularly in costs law and procedure.

As the only organisation authorised to provide recognised training in this field, the ACL delivers the Costs Lawyer Professional Qualification (CLPQ), a comprehensive and structured course covering all aspects of costs law and practice. This ensures that qualified Costs Lawyers are equipped with the expertise, credibility, and professional standing required to advise and advocate on costs issues at the highest level.

Through its work, the ACL continues to influence policy, uphold professional standards, and advance the role of Costs Lawyers in a changing legal landscape.

Proudly sponsoring the Champagne reception

Cashroom is the UK’s leading provider of outsourced cashiering and accounting for law firms. Founded in 2008, Cashroom was created specifically for the legal sector, combining deep legal accounting expertise with innovative technology to help firms stay compliant, efficient, and profitable.

Working with around 300 law firms across the UK, from solo practitioners and start ups to top 60 law firms, Cashroom delivers cashiering, payroll, and management accounting services through its secure, purpose-built Cashroom Portal. The Portal streamlines communication, providing complete visibility of financial workflows, and supports compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules.

Cashroom have a team of experienced legal finance professionals acting as an extension of each client’s business, offering expert advice, flexible resourcing, and round-the-clock support. By removing the burden of finance administration, law firms can focus on growth, client service, and strategic goals with confidence that their financial operations are in safe hands.

Recognised for its innovation, service excellence, and commitment to compliance, Cashroom continues to transform the way law firms manage their finance function, making it easier, safer, and smarter.

Proudly sponsoring the Personal Injury Team of the Year award

Ignite Specialty Risk provides an extensive range of insurance products to meet the growing demands of the commercial and consumer litigation marketplace. Founded in March 2022, we provide litigation risk insurance with AM Best Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) capacity to a range of clients including litigation funders, law firms, and other lenders.

Ignite understands the need for prompt, commercially minded decision making in the litigation insurance sector. With decades of experience across the entire insurance value chain, an extensive product suite, and a solution-driven approach, we aim to catalyse access to justice in commercial and consumer litigation.

We collaborate closely with some of the world’s premier funders and law firms to develop investment risk transfer strategies, and help litigation funders and law firms utilise their capital more efficiently to drive better returns for all stakeholders.

Proudly sponsoring the Consultant Lawyer of the Year award

Taylor Rose is a top 60 independent law firm with over 1,700 experts operating nationwide. We operate one of the largest legal consultancy networks in England and Wales.

Our innovative hybrid business model combines a traditional office operation with our market leading consultancy programme.

We build trusted relationships with people and organisations to successful overcome hurdles and challenges in life and in business.

Our professions will put you at the heart of our business. From the everyday to the most complex issues, we will provide you with clear, concise advice, always putting your best interests first.

Proudly sponsoring the Managing Partner of the Year award

Miller is a leading specialist insurance broker with a rich heritage of over 120 years. Our professionals harness their distinct expertise and knowledge to deliver for clients. It’s our specialism, unparalleled service and client-centric approach that sets us apart from the rest.

We empower legal firms with risk management services and insurance programmes covering professional indemnity, cyber and D&O risks. Offering exclusive terms and direct access to A-rated insurers, we deliver competitively priced tailored solutions for every firm size and type. From new start-ups, freelancers and sole practitioners to high street practices and Top 100 firms - Miller is here to help.

When choosing a partner, you want them to work every bit as hard and smart as you do. Our team of specialists share the same ethos: to help you make great things happen.