Guest Walker announce transition to an Employee Ownership Trust

Guest Walker is proud to announce it became an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) in April 2025, one of only a handful of UK Law firms to have done so.

Set up in 1981, the firm has been working in the heart of York for over forty years. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to support our clients, both new and long standing, in a professional and friendly manner.

The EOT is the start of a new era for the business, which builds on the dedication of our knowledgeable staff whilst looking to support their future.

An Employee Ownership Trust means the firm is now run for the benefit of our staff, who will share financially in the success of the company, whilst ensuring we maintain our high-quality client service.

The new Guest Walker Trust owns the company on behalf of the staff and works closely with them on its future direction.  The Directors hope the benefit of staff having a more of a stake and shared sense of responsibility in the firm will lead to increased employee engagement and commitment to the firm’s flourishing.

Our ethos has always been to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, so forming an EOT was a natural development for the firm. Every employee has a voice in the company and builds on the development of our Guest Walker family.

For our clients, you will still see the same level of excellent client care as before.

We look forward to working with all our clients for the at least the next forty years, helping you through life’s legal dilemmas.