Press release: June 9th 2025
Winckworth Sherwood has today announced that it has joined the European Law Firm network, strengthening its ties with independent law firms across the European continent.
European Law Firm (ELF) is a network of independent, commercially focused law firms across Europe. With members in over 25 countries, ELF provides clients with access to high-quality legal expertise, local knowledge, and cross-border collaboration.
The network allows just one law firm from each country to join and participate, creating stronger relationships between member firms and their lawyers.
Membership of the network will enable Winckworth Sherwood lawyers to broaden their international market knowledge and commercial skills through a joint programme of marketing and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Richard Tinham, Managing Partner at Winckworth Sherwood, said: “The demand for cross-border legal support from our clients is growing and the European Law Firm network is the perfect fit for us and our clients. Its member firms are closely aligned to our values, culture and commitment to excellence, complementing the legal services we provide in the UK.”
Christian Steden, the president of the Executive Board of the European Law Firm said: “We are delighted to welcome Winckworth Sherwood to the network. The firm is the sole UK member with a first-class reputation for high-quality legal advice across a wide range of legal expertise. The firm’s membership is a significant boost to the network, providing member firms and their clients access to the best legal advice in the UK.”