Stephens Scown LLP
South West (England)
Employee-owned since 2016Law FirmB CorpBest Places To Work 2026
“Ten years on from becoming the UK’s first large employee-owned law firm, here at Stephens Scown we have seen sustained growth in both financial performance and employee engagement. But when we transitioned in 2016, it was a bold move - led by a desire to give all eligible employees an equal share in the firm’s success, and a belief that a different ownership model could create a stronger, more sustainable business. A decade later, that belief has been tested, refined and proven in practice. Employee ownership is not a silver bullet. Unlocking its full potential requires commitment, education and a deliberate approach to cultural change. But when embedded effectively, it can be transformational. We're always learning on this journey and we're using our experience to support other EO businesses too.”
About The UK Is Owning It Map
There are 2,824 employee-owned businesses across the UK, and we want to help show the full scale of the movement. Built by I-COM, this first-of-its-kind interactive map gives employee-owned businesses the chance to claim their pin and show that they’re #OwningIt. The eoa is aiming for 7,500 employee-owned businesses by 2030, with a stretch goal of 10,000. Aggregate data provided by the Employee Ownership Association and White Rose Employee Ownership Centre.