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Kingsley Napley is a law firm with a distinguished history, distinctive values and a unique culture.

While it is well-known for its criminal litigation work, it also offers expertise in corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, employment, family, immigration, medical negligence, private client, public law, real estate & construction, regulatory law and restructuring & insolvency work.

The firm is highly regarded for its client service and the work it attracts. It insists on providing a high degree of personalised service to all clients and many lawyers are leaders in their fields, earning the firm top rankings in legal directories.

All employees are involved in the business thanks to an open-door policy that allows them to approach managers with questions or difficulties. KN also consults staff about large projects that affect them. Employees are kept up to date on all management decisions through the KNer newsletter, which highlights the contributions that “KNers” make to the community through fund-raising and volunteering.

Kingsley Napley is enthusiastic about "giving back" and has an active charities and communities network. It supports organisations including its charity partners The Listening Place and New Horizon Youth Centre, as well as Alzheimer’s Society, Hackney Foodbank, and WellChild among others. The judges were impressed with the firm’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Staff morale is boosted by the KN Recognition Awards. They provide a great way to recognise an individual’s hard work, as well as the opportunity to celebrate colleagues for their achievements and behaviours in line with the firm's values.

Personal Growth

90% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Kingsley Napley invests in its employees' development. An eighth of the firms training budget is dedicated to sponsorship agreements for qualifications, with opportunities for advancement such as Lean Six Sigma, thus utilising and enhancing their skills.

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My Team

92% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

Kingsley Napley promotes team spirit and a sense of belonging. The firm provides a social budget for team events/activities, supports sports teams, a choir, and encourages interaction through weekly newsletters, making employees feel part of a cohesive unit.

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Wellbeing

75% of staff agreed

I am happy with the balance between my work and home life

The firm prioritises its employees' mental and physical wellbeing by investing an annual budget of over £100,000 into initiatives such as an Employee Assistance Programme, private medical cover, and a cash plan for all employees and partners. It also provides employees with a £200 per annum wellness subsidy to spend on any activity they choose.

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90% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

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