About Us

We’ve been showing up for our clients for 250 years – because real partnership never gets old. 

Since day one, we’ve brought you the kind of personal service you can’t find elsewhere. And today, our clients score us higher for collaboration and our enterprising solutions than any other law firm they’ve used. 

Unlimited Partnership

We believe the best work happens when you really know the people you’re working with. That’s why we build deep, true connections – the kind that lead to sharper thinking, faster decisions and stronger results. 

We call it Unlimited Partnership. Our clients say it best: they rate us higher for collaboration and creative problem-solving than any other firm they’ve worked with. Because when relationships go deeper, the work goes further.

George Stubbs establishes a sole practice.

William Mark Fladgate joins Clarke & Fynmore, forming Clarke, Fynmore & Fladgate and establishing the Fladgate name.

We were appointed agent to the Commissioners for The Great Exhibition, the world’s first international exhibition, held in Hyde Park. 

We were authorised Power of Attorney by Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States, in connection with the will of James Smithson, whose legacy would become the Smithsonian Institution.

We worked with Richard D’Oyly Carte, the impresario, on the purchase of the English Opera House site – leading to a relationship spanning generations.

Our relationship with Sir Winston and Lady Churchill began during his first term as Prime Minister and grew into a trusted partnership, with Churchill sharing his paintings in personal correspondence.

Our relationship with the fast‑paced world of Formula One and motorsport begins, evolving over the years to meet the rise of electric racing and Formula E.

Fladgate LLP is created, bringing together centuries of history under one modern firm.

Fladgate LLP relocates to Great Queen Street on its 250th anniversary.

Fladgate remains one firm, one office in Covent Garden – with international influence, enduring relationships, and a belief that real partnership stands the test of time.

Who Are We

We exist to build deep, limitless partnerships that empower our clients and our people to shape their best possible futures.

Brilliant teamwork and a truly personal service
Agility and connectivity across our clients’ worlds
High quality specialist expertise and products that meet their needs

We're committed to providing smart, enterprising and commercial legal thinking. Renowned for not just understanding our clients’ risks and opportunities but anticipating them. 

Life at Fladgate

We believe the best work happens when you really know the people you’re working with. See how we bring that to life at Fladgate.

Apprenticeship programme

Kickstart your legal career with our solicitor apprenticeship.

Every two years, we offer five apprenticeships where you'll work on real cases with us while studying for your degree at the University of Law.

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Careers

See our careers and start your journey with us

Whether you’re just starting out or ready for your next big step, Fladgate is a place to do meaningful work, be seen, and thrive. 

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do

We’re building inclusive relationships with colleagues and clients to create a more empowering, equitable future.

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