Ward Hadaway partners with BWL to strengthen legal support for clubs and gyms
1st July, 2025
British Weight Lifting (BWL) has announced a partnership with Top 100 law firm, Ward Hadaway, as it offers BWL affiliated Clubs and Partner Gyms access to trusted legal advice.
Ward Hadaway provides quality, commercial legal advice in a timely and cost-effective manner, supporting clients in achieving their objectives strategically and profitably. The firm understands the fast-paced, competitive environments in which its clients operate and is committed to delivering advice that not only meets immediate needs but also anticipates future challenges and opportunities.
As trusted legal advisers within the sports sector, Ward Hadaway will support BWL and its Affiliated Clubs and Partner Gyms through services that are strategic, pragmatic, value for money and conscious of our shared values.
Phil Edmondson, Partner at Ward Hadaway and Independent Board Member & Legal Counsel with British Weight Lifting, said: “I’ve long been familiar with the great work of British Weight Lifting in supporting clubs and gyms across the country. My colleagues and I are looking forward to working together on some opportunities already identified to help BWL and its members.
“BWL’s partnership with Ward Hadaway will see them not only have access to specialist expertise in sports law, but also receive tailored support across the full spectrum of law to maximise potential and protect the hard work of their members.”
Matthew Curtain, British Weight Lifting CEO, commented “I’m pleased to have finalised the partnership between BWL and Ward Hadaway. It’s fantastic that we can now offer all of our affiliated clubs access to legal support, and I’m confident many will benefit from the services Ward Hadaway provides. This partnership will also open the door for clubs to explore new opportunities, such as converting to a Community Interest Company.”
Please note that this briefing is designed to be informative, not advisory and represents our understanding of English law and practice as at the date indicated. We would always recommend that you should seek specific guidance on any particular legal issue.
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