Higgs CEO joins Law Firm Ambition panel to discuss private equity investment in law firms

11 November 2026

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Higgs LLP CEO, Nick Taylor will join a panel of industry experts at the Law Firm Ambition conference in March 2027, contributing to a discussion about what private equity buyers are looking for in a law firm.

The conference, called Growth for Success, takes place on Tuesday 9 March 2027 at Aspire in Leeds. The event brings together law firm leaders and industry specialists to explore the opportunities and challenges of growing a successful legal business.

Nick will take part in a panel discussion alongside portfolio Non-Executive Director Charles Layfield and Corinne Staves of CM Murray LLP. The session, What are private equity buyers looking for in a law firm?, will explore the factors that influence investment decisions and what makes for an attractive proposition for private equity.

Nick brings valuable first-hand experience to the panel, having led Higgs LLP through a significant period of strategic growth this year, and following the firm's investment by private equity firm August Equity in 2025.

Since the investment, Higgs has acquired Scottish firms Vialex Limited and Navigator Employment Law, and Shrewsbury-based Mckenzie Law.

The conference programme will cover a broad range of topics, including scaling a law firm, developing effective business strategies, leadership, people and culture, mergers and acquisitions, and the role of technology in driving growth. The one-day event is designed to provide practical insight, encourage discussion and help law firms identify opportunities to develop and grow their businesses.

The Law Firm Ambition conference takes place on 9 March 2027 at Aspire, Leeds.

Find out more about the conference and view the full programme here.

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