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Ranked globally by Chambers and Partners in the NewLaw category for Flexible Legal Staffing.Chambers Ranked in NewLaw 2026
Winner for Outstanding CollaborationALM Legal Innovation & Technology Awards 2025
Ethnicity Champion of the YearShortlisted
FinalistBTA UK Social Good Award
2023 FinalistLaw.com British Legal Awards 2023
FinalistThe Lawyer Awards

The Stephen James Partnership is personable and very responsive to deal with on a day-to-day basis. In terms of the actual staffing, the firm is very quick in finding staff who fit not only the levels of seniority that you are looking for but also have the right mix of experience in industry sectors that you have requested. The speed with which they are able to locate the right person is impressive.

Head of Legal, global tech company

The Stephen James Partnership really understands our business and the types of lawyers that we are looking for. The candidates that they put forward are always on point: the right legal experience and expertise, and the right mindset to work here. They are very responsive and quick to assist.

EMEA General Counsel, international fintech organisation

The Stephen James Partnership provides amongst the most proactive client management I have ever encountered.

Group General Counsel, global payments company

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