Stewart has been Managing Partner of Nelsons since 2017, overseeing year-on-year growth, leading the firm’s strategic development, cultural evolution and market positioning during a period of significant change in the legal sector.
In 2023, Nelsons became part of Lawfront, creating new opportunities for investment, collaboration and long-term growth. Stewart is passionate about building a high-performing business that combines outstanding client service, strong defined culture and commercial excellence, while ensuring the firm continues to evolve in a rapidly changing marketplace.
Stewart has a particular interest in leadership, organisational culture, pricing strategy and the impact of AI on professional services. He is a regular speaker at industry conferences, events and webinars, discussing leadership, management and the future of legal services. Stewart was awarded Company Leader of the Year (100+ employees) at the East Midlands Leadership Awards,
Before moving into full-time leadership, Stewart was a Partner in Nelsons’ Dispute Resolution team, specialising in intellectual property, commercial litigation and insolvency. He was consistently recognised by Chambers and Legal 500 as a leading practitioner in his field.
“It was clear early on that Lawfront was a great fit for Nelsons, bringing greater opportunities for all our colleagues and enhancing the services we can offer to our clients. Nelsons has consistently achieved excellent results, and we wanted to remain at the forefront of the consolidating legal market – joining Lawfront ensures that for our ambitious team.”
Regional Leaders – Our Partner Firms
Lawfront operates exclusively through our constituent leading regional law firms –
Brachers, Farleys, Field Seymour Parkes, Fisher Jones Greenwood, Nelsons, Slater Heelis and Trethowans.
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Brachers
A leading full-service law firm with a 130-year legacy, delivering exceptional legal services across the South East from its bases in Maidstone, Canterbury and Dover.
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Farleys
A respected North West law firm known for its down-to-earth approach, combining deep regional expertise with a genuine commitment to its clients.
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Field Seymour Parkes
A leading Thames Valley firm with a strong reputation for delivering expert legal services to businesses and individuals across Berkshire and the surrounding region.
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Fisher Jones Greenwood
An award-winning, innovative law firm operating across Essex, with a reputation for outstanding client care.
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Nelsons
A leading East Midlands law firm offering business law, personal law and investment services from offices in Nottingham, Derby and Leicester.
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Slater Heelis
A full-service North West law firm with national reach, delivering high-quality legal services to businesses and private clients.
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Trethowans
A leading law firm across the South of England, providing a comprehensive range of legal services for businesses and individuals.
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