Harper James boss named in influential lawyers list

Founder and CEO of law firm Harper James, Toby Harper, has been named in The Lawyer Hot 100, an annual list recognising the most influential lawyers in the UK.

The list highlights individuals who are shaping the future of the legal profession through innovation, leadership and impact.

Toby’s inclusion reflects his role in building a law firm designed specifically around the needs of entrepreneurial UK businesses, while challenging traditional models of legal support.

Founded in 2014, Harper James provides subscription-based legal services to SMEs across the UK, offering experienced, in-house-style legal support without the overheads of a traditional law firm. The firm works with thousands of businesses supporting founders and leadership teams as they scale.

Toby (pictured) said: “Being named in The Lawyer Hot 100 is a genuine honour, particularly given the calibre of people on the list. To be recognised alongside leaders from across the profession is a powerful validation of the different path we’ve taken at Harper James.

“I’m incredibly proud of the team and the businesses we’re trusted to support. Recognition like this proves that a law firm built for SMEs, and for lawyers who want to work differently, can stand alongside the very best in the industry.”

The Lawyer Hot 100 is compiled annually by leading legal sector magazine, The Lawyer, and recognises excellence and influence across private practice, in-house teams and the wider legal sector.