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Who we are:

Our values are the foundation of our culture and the guiding principles behind every decision we make. These values have been decided by our people, for our people.

Our values

 

Straightforward

We remove ambiguity and provide a clear direction and certainty. We build trust with each other and our clients through honest, transparent interactions.

We pride ourselves on clear communication and practical advice. Whether working with clients or collaborating internally, we believe in cutting through complexity to deliver clarity and results. Integrity is at the core of everything we do, and we approach every interaction with honesty and transparency.

Respectful

We succeed together. We build and maintain an inclusive firm in which difference is recognised, valued and harnessed.

Respect is the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness, and appreciation. We value diverse perspectives and believe that inclusion strengthens our firm and enriches our work.

Ambitious

We constantly strive and innovate to be the best we can be for ourselves, our teams and the firm.

Ambition drives us to excel. We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and our people. We encourage growth, both personally and professionally to enable us to be the best we can be, for ourselves and our clients.

Our Values in Action

By living our values, and capturing the thoughts, ideas and feedback from our people, we’re able to continue to innovate, improve and create the workplace and client services that support our vision.

We believe in looking forward, toward the future of law, the success of our clients, and the growth of our people. We invite you to join us on this journey.

Our commitment to being a Responsible Business

At the heart of our firm is a strong commitment to being a responsible business. This commitment is reflected in three key areas:

Our communities:

Giving back to our communities, whether through volunteering, supporting local charities, or creating opportunities for others, we are committed to making a positive difference.

Our people:

We prioritise the health of our people, ensuring that their holistic wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.

Our planet:

We are dedicated to reducing our environmental impact and support sustainability initiatives. We are committed to achieving net zero by 2030.

Supporting the communities in which we live and work

  • I really enjoy working with the firm’s CSR team to talk about how the fund’s revenue can be put to good use. It’s clear that there is a real commitment at Ward Hadaway to supporting their local communities and thinking strategically about how to do so. The input from staff across the firm is invaluable.

    Jon Goodwin, Senior Philanthropy Advisor, Community Foundation For Tyne and Wear and Northumberland

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  • It has been a joy to work with Ward Hadaway and we hope our relationship will continue for many years to come. Most importantly, on behalf of the many children who have benefited from Ward Hadaway’s Christmas generosity, thank you!

    Gillian Firth, Northern Stage

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  • It was fantastic to see the team so eager to get stuck in and help improve the green space for the local community. On behalf of everyone at The Land Trust, thank you to the team at Ward Hadaway, we hope to see you back on our sites soon!

    Alan Carter, The Land Trust

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  • We were delighted to welcome Ward Hadaway on board as a sponsor of Elmer, and it’s great they came up with an exciting way of getting involved in this magical event for the city. We hugely appreciate the support.

    Jane Hagan, St Oswald's Hospice

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  • The fantastic efforts of our supporters at Ward Hadaway have provided a vital lifeline to the many pupils at Mshangano Secondary School and their families, helping them find their way on a path towards a brighter future.

    Lucy Kendall, COCO

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  • The support provided by Ward Hadaway is invaluable. Their contributions have helped us to deliver vital grassroots charity projects, creating better, brighter futures.

    Kate Hainsworth, CEO, Leeds Community Foundation and Give Bradford

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  • We have had such a positive experience with the Ward Hadaway team. We are so grateful to the support they’ve shown us and their commitment to Access to Justice Foundation.

    Laura Cassidy, Development and Fundraising Manager, Access for Justice Foundation

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  • We are delighted to work with such a wonderful company who have worked in partnership with us at the Greggs Foundation, supporting local Breakfast Clubs.

    Thanks to the kindness and generosity of the team, the money raised helps ensure more breakfasts can be given free to support more children in need, some of whom may otherwise go without. Thank you so much – you are all superstars!

    Lynne Hindmarch, Greggs Foundation Breakfast Club Manager

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  • The Ward Hadaway team have shown a great level of support as well as being enthusiastic to get involved in an assortment of events to help make a difference to the lives of people in need on the streets of Leeds city centre.

    Karen Butler, from LeedsBID, one of the organisations behind Big Change Leeds

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  • We are thrilled that the fit out is now complete thanks to Ward Hadaway's generous grant. Everyone who has used Forest Lodge has been delighted by the experience. It was such a lovely surprise to be considered and we are very grateful for the contribution.

    Diane Hawkins, Chair, Bibby’s Farm Scout Camp Site and Activity Centre

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Our Responsible Business Manifesto

Our Responsible Business Review of 2023 details what we as a firm are committed to, how we have performed and the importance which we place on being a responsible business. This approach has been in our DNA throughout the firm's existence and although over time priorities change, the essence of being a good citizen has been constant. Updated version coming soon...

View our manifesto here

To find out more about our responsible business strategy, contact our Client Services Director Colin Hewitt.