Trowers & Hamlins Risk Report

⚖️ Legal & Regulatory

Trowers & Hamlins has faced several significant legal and regulatory challenges recently. A noticeable lawsuit claims disability discrimination against an associate, and a tribunal ruling safeguarded the firm's actions regarding an SRA report. These instances highlight potential compliance and litigation risks for the firm.

• A lawsuit was filed by an associate on 🗓 June 27, 2025, alleging disability discrimination due to 'gross misconduct'.
• The tribunal ruled on 🗓 June 24, 2025, that a claimant cannot sue Trowers & Hamlins over a report to the SRA.
• A claimant mistakenly received confidential emails, causing potential legal complications, as reported on 🗓 November 22, 2024.

👥 Labor & Workforce

Trowers & Hamlins has been experiencing workforce challenges, including layoffs and salary cuts, indicating potential financial pressures or restructuring efforts within the firm. These measures may reflect broader industry dynamics but could also affect employee morale and retention.

• There were layoffs involving 43 solicitors at Trowers & Hamlins, reported on 🗓 November 24, 2023.
• More lawyer roles are at risk amid what the firm described as a 'continued slowdown', as noted on 🗓 November 21, 2023.
• Redundancies in the real estate team were reported on 🗓 October 13, 2023.

🏗️ Operational & Business Continuity

The firm faces operational challenges, including an incident where a paralegal was 'assaulted' due to the firm's actions. Such events may affect the firm's operational reputation and continuity.

• An exclusive report on 🗓 November 12, 2021, detailed a trainee being 'assaulted' while confronting squatters.

📜 Innovation & R&D

Trowers & Hamlins is actively investing in innovation, demonstrated by initiatives like the annual hackathon events. This focus on innovation can enhance their competitive position, particularly in legal technology.

• The firm hosted its fourth annual hackathon powered by Thomson Reuters CoCounsel on 🗓 July 10, 2024, showcasing their commitment to tech innovation.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

The company has not been noted for any specific awards or recognition in the current data set.