Newcastle-based law firm Square One Law is expanding its presence in Leeds with a move to new, larger offices in the city centre. The company, which has its headquarters at the Fleming Business Centre in Jesmond, also operates a Leeds office providing services in banking and finance, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property.
New Location at 7 Park Row
The firm is relocating from its current premises at One Park Row to 3,000 square feet of recently refurbished Grade A office space on the seventh floor of 7 Park Row. The five-year lease significantly increases the firm's floorspace and supports its expansion ambitions.
James Jackson of Leeds-based property consultancy Carter Towler negotiated the deal.
Growth and Modern Workspace
Matthew Thompson, commercial property partner at Square One Law, said: “This move into these fantastic, newly upgraded premises puts us precisely where we want to be – at the heart of a city we love. This move gives Square One the space required to sustain our intended growth, whilst also providing employees and visiting clients with the modern workspace and pleasant surroundings they deserve. Thank you to Carter Towler and particularly WSB, who acted on our behalf for helping us secure our spectacular new home.”
Endorsement of Refurbishment
Mr Jackson of Carter Towler commented: “The arrival of Square One Law at 7 Park Row is a resounding endorsement of the comprehensive multimillion-pound refurbishment recently completed at this special building. The transformation of 7 Park Row undertaken by the landlords has been superb – creating Grade A, amenity-driven, fully fitted and CAT A office suites in the heart of Leeds’ professional core. It is also encouraging to see Square One Law performing so well and continuing to grow its presence in the market. The quality of its occupiers is an important ingredient in the success of 7 Park Row.”
The refurbishment was carried out by Augur Group and Firefly Capital Real Estate, who jointly acquired 7 Park Row in June 2024.
Remaining Space and Pedestrianisation
Mr Jackson added: “The magnificent refurbishment of 7 Park Row has paid immediate dividends with both this and other recently completed lettings in the building. Only the 4,656 sq ft sixth floor now remains available to lease, either on a traditional CAT A basis or fully fitted.”
Elizabeth Ridler, partner at the Leeds office of property consultancy Knight Frank, joint marketing agents of 7 Park Row, said: “Park Row famously connects the financial and retail districts of the city centre and is one of the most sought-after business addresses in Leeds. We have also launched the marketing of the basement floor, which will provide around 10,000 sq ft of space suitable for a variety of uses including leisure, medical and education. The newly configured space will have a capacity for up to 200 people and will be accessed via a new, highly prominent double height entrance on Park Row. Park Row has also been enhanced by the pedestrianisation of City Square, the planting of trees and the widening of pavements, making it an exceptionally attractive street.”
