150 Years of Trust & Proven Excellence
A Proud Heritage, Bright Horizons
Shaping the future of law
A year of celebrations
In honour of our 150th Anniversary, we’re excited to launch a series of initiatives throughout the next 12 months, inviting our staff and clients to be a part of this monumental journey.
From exclusive events and community outreach to special projects and celebrations, we’re creating opportunities for everyone to get involved and make an impact. Stay tuned for more details as we celebrate this milestone together and look ahead to the future of our legacy. Your participation will make this year even more memorable!
Our History
1941
Budge Row was bombed in the Blitz. As a result, the firm worked somewhere in Kensington
1945
At the end of World War II, the firm moved offices to 22 Chancery Lane, but soon moved to 21 Old Buildings Lincoln’s Inn
1875
Laytons was formed by Edward John Layton at 29 Budge Row.His son, Charles Stubbs Layton, became Managing Partner
~1930
Charles’ son, Hugh Layton, stepped up as Managing Partner