A Cumbrian law firm is celebrating after being featured in a prestigious guide.

Baines Wilson, which has an office in Carlisle, has been awarded an entry in the Chambers Guide, which rates the top legal firms in the UK.

Described as a well respected name in the market, Baines Wilson's corporate team have been ranked in one of the top bands, with the team praised for understanding the needs of a business and how this fits with the legalities.

Andrew Hill, head of corporate and commercial, was listed as a leading individual, ranked in band two. The guide describes him as someone who builds good relationships as well as being a good, technical lawyer.

Chambers and Partners rankings are based on in-depth independent research including interviews with each firm’s clients.

It is the 15h year in a row it has listed Baines Wilson as leading law firm.

Sean Logue, head of partnership at Baines Wilson, said: “Chambers rankings are notoriously hard to achieve so we’re delighted to have been featured over such a long period of time.

"These rankings also demonstrate the quality and strength of the legal services we provide to businesses across the North West."