Howes Percival’s Exciting Move to the Heart of Milton Keynes
After experiencing remarkable growth in recent years, the law firm Howes Percival is relocating to The Pinnacle, one of Milton Keynes’ most prestigious office buildings. This move represents more than just a change of address; it symbolizes the firm’s expanding presence and deepening roots in the city’s professional services community. With their staff numbers increasing by an impressive 44 percent over the past three years, the firm has simply outgrown their current location. The team now includes more than 40 legal professionals who have developed a comprehensive service offering across multiple practice areas, including corporate law, commercial property, employment, technology, family law, and estate planning. They’ve also cultivated specialized expertise in key sectors such as automotive (particularly retail automotive), education, and healthcare, allowing them to better serve clients with industry-specific needs.
“We are absolutely delighted to have signed the lease and confirm that we will be on the move in April,” shares Simon deMaid, Managing Partner in Milton Keynes. “It is a sign of just how much we have grown and become central to MK’s professional services sector.” The strategic location puts them at the city’s heart, positioning them closer to many of their clients, referral partners, and fellow professional service firms. deMaid believes this move sends a powerful message about the firm’s ambitions and standing in the community. By joining the prestigious tenant roster at The Pinnacle, Howes Percival aligns itself with the city’s premier professional advisory community, reinforcing its status as a leading legal service provider in the region.
Milton Keynes Partner Marcus Carter emphasizes the practical benefits of the new location, noting: “The offices are really well connected with excellent road links and parking, and the train station is just a short walk away.” Beyond mere convenience, the new office space creates an improved working environment for the firm’s growing team. With more square footage, better facilities including an on-site café and urban courtyard, and proximity to numerous dining, shopping, and leisure options, the location supports both professional productivity and personal well-being. This attention to workplace quality reflects Howes Percival’s recognition that their people are their greatest asset and that providing an attractive, comfortable work environment is essential to maintaining their talented team.
The relocation represents the culmination of a strategic expansion that has seen Howes Percival develop a full-service legal practice firmly rooted in Milton Keynes. “We now feel like we have everything we need in MK,” Carter explains, “with a talented, ambitious team, the right sector knowledge and experience, and support services including HR and marketing all based right here in the heart of the city.” This local concentration of resources enables the firm to provide responsive, informed legal support to businesses and individuals throughout the region. Rather than operating as a satellite office of a larger organization, the Milton Keynes practice has established itself as a comprehensive legal service hub with deep connections to the local community.
Howes Percival’s commitment to Milton Keynes extends beyond business considerations into active community engagement. The firm has been shortlisted for the Business Impact in the Community category at the upcoming Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards 2026. This recognition celebrates commercial organizations that maintain strong social, community, and charitable roles in the local area and have made positive contributions to Milton Keynes over the past year. The nomination acknowledges that Howes Percival views itself not just as a business operating in Milton Keynes, but as an integral part of the community fabric with responsibilities that go beyond client service to include broader social impact.
The firm’s employee-focused culture has also received national recognition. In November, Howes Percival was independently ranked as the #1 Best Law Firm to Work For in the UK by Best Companies, while maintaining the highest level of accreditation for “world class” workplace engagement. This prestigious distinction, based on the most comprehensive research into employee engagement conducted in the United Kingdom, validates the firm’s efforts to create a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. As they prepare to move into their new space at The Pinnacle in April, with leasehold acquisition guidance from Ian Leather of Bray Fox Smith, Howes Percival seems poised to build on their success while strengthening their presence in Milton Keynes. The relocation represents not just physical growth but the next chapter in the firm’s evolving story as a leading legal service provider deeply connected to the Milton Keynes community.
