The latest 2025 Platform Firms Report by Codex Edge confirms a powerful trend reshaping the legal industry: platform law is now a first-choice destination for talented lawyers seeking more control, flexibility, and fulfilment in their legal careers. We’re proud to be leading this transformation by being recognised as the UK’s number one hiring law firm for the second consecutive year, not only among platform firms but across the entire sector.
In 2024, Setfords welcomed 189 new consultant lawyers, more than any other firm in the country. This growth is all organic, fuelled by individual lawyers making the decision to join us instead of mergers or acquisitions. This reflects a growing trust in our model and reputation as the place where top lawyers can build the careers they truly want.
We also topped the rankings for absolute headcount growth and featured among the leading firms across high-demand practice areas, including residential property, commercial litigation, employment, and family law.
Redefining legal services
Codex Edge’s report highlights a fundamental shift. Four of the UK’s ten top hiring firms are now platform firms, signalling how strongly lawyers are embracing freedom, flexibility, and control. The trend is especially pronounced among mid-career and experienced professionals. The average lawyer joining platform firms has 16 years of post-qualification experience.
Setfords was built on the belief that there is a better way to do law, for both lawyers and clients. Lawyers benefit from greater freedom and support, while clients are empowered by a personalised service from expert professionals.
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