We are pleased to formally announce the opening of our fifth office in Horsforth, as we continue our rapid growth trajectory.

The office will be headed up by established family law solicitor, Leanne Pollard, and drive growth of the firm’s family law services across Yorkshire and the north.

Holden Smith was co-founded in 2019 by James Smith, David Bancroft and Jamie Megson, and has since grown to a team of over one hundred.

James Smith said: “Our Horsforth office will bolster and expand our services across all areas of family law, and we are delighted that Leanne Pollard has joined us to help deliver our next stage of growth.

“Leanne is a highly regarded family law specialist whose knowledge and experience will be hugely beneficial to our clients.”

David Bancroft, Leanne Pollard and James Smith at our Horsforth office

Mr Bancroft said: “We have experienced rapid growth in the last 12 months, growing the firm to a team of more than 100 people. We have ambitious plans for the coming year, and now is the right time for our fifth branch to open.”

Head of family law, Leanne Pollard, said: “I am delighted to be joining Holden Smith to lead the Horsforth office at such an exciting time for the firm. I have followed the team’s journey so far and have been impressed by their dedication and approach to combining the latest legal technology with outstanding client interactions to deliver exceptional levels of service.”

Mr Bancroft said the firm is also looking to recruit new staff as it continues to grow.

He said: “We’re a young, dynamic and very experienced firm and we are passionate about growing the business with an ambitious and driven team of solicitors who want to help shape the future of Holden Smith and make their own mark.”