Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral Monday 19th September, 2022

Launch of New Online Client Portal App

We are pleased to announce the launch of our New Client Portal. Why are we upgrading? Although Ware & Kay/Pearsons & Ward Solicitors have a robust system in place, we felt that it was time to provide a further improvement to the client experience with enhanced focus on technology. The Purpose of the Client Portal The purpose of the portal is for our clients to check the progress of their case 24-7 in real time.       The portal is updated as we reach each milestone in the transaction and it will send out notifications and email alerts as the transaction progresses.  The benefits to you of the Ware & Kay/Pearsons & Ward Client Portal Convenient 24/7 access to your account Receive instant updates and track progress in real time Upload and download documents…

Martin House Make a Will during the month of May 2022

Leave your legacy to help us continue ours. If, like many other people you have been putting off writing your Will, this is your chance to put that right. Ware & Kay Solicitors has teamed up with Martin House to give you the opportunity to have your basic Will written for free Legacies are vitally important to Martin House. In fact, they make up more than a quarter of our entire voluntary income, meaning the cost of caring for one in four of our children is covered by gifts left in Wills. Over half of UK adults have not made a Will. It's not always easy to think about what might happen when we die. But making a Will is an important step to ensuring the people and things you care about are taken care of after you're gone. Your…

Ware & Kay Solicitors supports Wetherby Rugby Union Club

Leading law firm Ware & Kay is proud to once again be supporting local rugby club Wetherby RUFC by sponsoring the home match against Wensleydale on Saturday 23rd April, kick-off 3.00pm, in their last home game of the season. Ware & Kay Solicitors believe strongly in contributing to the communities it serves as well as the community a whole.  The firm continues to enjoy a strong working relationship with Wetherby Rugby Club and demonstrates that on-going support by providing match-day sponsorship. Jonathan Hirst, Chairman of Wetherby RUFC said: “It’s great to receive the continued support from Ware & Kay. Without sponsorship like this, grass roots sports could not provide the environment and experience that people get when they come to Grange Park. Wetherby RUFC are currently top of the league with just two games to…

Pearsons & Ward Solicitors supports Malton & Norton Rugby Union Club

Pearsons & Ward Solicitors, is proud to be supporting local rugby club Malton & Norton RUFC by sponsoring the home match against Scarborough on Saturday 12th February, kick-off 2.15pm. Pearsons & Ward (part of Ware & Kay Solicitors Ltd with offices in Malton, York & Wetherby) have always enjoyed a strong working relationship with Malton & Norton Rugby Club for many years and are delighted to show their ongoing commitment by providing match-day sponsorship. William Browne Club Chairman of Malton & Norton RUFC said “We are really looking forward to welcoming the team from Pearsons & Ward along with guests to our home game against Scarborough on Saturday.  Our association with this local firm of Solicitors goes back to the founding of our club in 1953 and we continue to value their support. As they…

Yorkshire Law firm Ware & Kay announces Lucy Gilman as Head of its Wetherby office

1st December 2021 Yorkshire Law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors has today announced the promotion of Lucy Gilman, to Head of its Wetherby Office.  Lucy will take over the responsibility for a growing team delivering commercial, development and residential property, litigation, family, employment and wills and probate services in the West and North Yorkshire region.  Lucy takes over the role from Director Michael Peach who will continue to be involved in the business going forward. Lucy, who joined Ware & Kay in 2012 has over 16 years of experience as a Residential Property Solicitor.  She has a wealth of knowledge and a strong reputation for superb client focus. Lucy has represented a number of high profile clients on complex property transactions and is extremely well-regarded within the industry.  She has a reputation for establishing close working…

Ware & Kay Solicitors announces new Managing Director, David Hyams

Leading Yorkshire Law Firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton) has announced a new key appointment.  David Hyams will assume the role of Managing Director from 1st October to drive the firm forward and deliver its growth strategy. Ware & Kay, a full service law firm continues to go from strength to strength, providing a high quality and personal service to clients.  David, who has been a Director and Head of Commercial Property since 2003, will now head up the firm as part of the strategic plan for the future. Having considerable operational experience, David will be bringing a wealth of managerial insight to the role and will work closely with his colleagues across the firm’s other offices. This appointment will help take the firm to the next stage of its…

Leading Law firm strengthen team with new appointment

Expanding law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby & Malton) is delighted to announce the appointment of well-known leading Corporate and Commercial Solicitor, David Silver to join the Corporate and Commercial Services Team. David brings with him a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial law both in the UK and overseas.  David is widely recognised for his experience in handling complex cases and providing advice in all aspects of company and business sales together with mergers and acquisitions. David will give advice regarding shareholder agreements, joint ventures, partnerships, corporate finance and general company law.  David has particular experience in advising firms on company formation & compliance and writing commercial contracts, both domestic and cross-border, international franchise agreements and terms of trade across a wide range of business sectors. Originally from Liverpool…

Ware & Kay welcomes new Litigation Solicitor

Expanding Yorkshire law firm Ware & Kay Solicitors (with offices in York, Wetherby & Malton) is delighted to announce the appointment of Julie Bradwell, an experienced Litigation Solicitor to its growing Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department. Her appointment is a further addition to the firm’s expertise in this sector. Julie brings with her a wealth of experience in all aspects of litigation and dispute resolution. She is widely recognised for her experience in handling complex cases particularly for clients who are contesting Wills and bringing inheritance claims. Julie will also provide a range of advice to clients who are disputing the termination of commercial and residential leases, property contract disputes, boundary and property nuisance disputes and professional negligence Originally from Newcastle, Julie arrives at Ware & Kay with over 31 years’ experience in litigation and dispute…

Ian Fisher retires after over half a century with Ware & Kay

Ian Fisher has retired after a distinguished service of over 50 years with leading law firm Ware & Kay, with offices in York, Wetherby and Malton.  Ian joined the Wills & Probate department when the firm was known as Newbald Kay & Sons on 7th July 1969 at its office in Lendal, York and remained in this department until his retirement, becoming Ware & Kay’s longest-serving employee. Throughout his career, Ian has worked tirelessly for his clients and assisted many generations of families.  He is well respected and hugely knowledgeable in the field of Wills & Probate, Estate Administration, Inheritance Tax Planning and later life care through the use of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Ian Fisher commented: “Ware & Kay has been a significant factor throughout my life.  When I first started work secretaries took dictation…