Solicitor at Swinburne Maddison LLP
Kate Stephenson
Solicitor - Partner Commercial Property
SRA ID: 356182
Kate joined Swinburne Maddison LLP in 2003 as a Trainee Solicitor working alongside former Managing Partner, John Davison. She became a Partner in 2009 and was instrumental in sustaining and growing the firm’s conveyancing team of which she is now Head. Described in The Legal 500 United Kingdom 2019 edition as “very professional and concise”, Kate has substantial experience dealing with all aspects of property transactions. Having gained a solid grounding during her training, she undertook a mix of residential and commercial conveyancing work on qualification. This insight into residential work enabled Kate to shape the team into its current form. Kate continues to supervise and head up the Conveyancing team; however, her day-to-day workload is predominately comprised of commercial property matters, acting for prominent local land owners, developers and clients in the retail and hospitality sectors. Kate is a keen baker and has recently invested in a wood-fired pizza oven which is testing her bushcraft and baking skills!
Venture House, Aykley Heads Business Centre, Durham, DH1 5TS
Licensed for 19 years
Practice Areas
Commercial Property, Housing & Property
3 Client Reviews
Overall experience
- Value For Money
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About Kate Stephenson
Kate joined Swinburne Maddison LLP in 2003 as a Trainee Solicitor working alongside former Managing Partner, John Davison. She became a Partner in 2009 and was instrumental in sustaining and growing the firm’s conveyancing team of which she is now Head. Described in The Legal 500 United Kingdom 2019 edition as “very professional and concise”, Kate has substantial experience dealing with all aspects of property transactions. Having gained a solid grounding during her training, she undertook a mix of residential and commercial conveyancing work on qualification. This insight into residential work enabled Kate to shape the team into its current form. Kate continues to supervise and head up the Conveyancing team; however, her day-to-day workload is predominately comprised of commercial property matters, acting for prominent local land owners, developers and clients in the retail and hospitality sectors. Kate is a keen baker and has recently invested in a wood-fired pizza oven which is testing her bushcraft and baking skills!
Languages Spoken: English
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Swinburne Maddison LLP
Venture House
Aykley Heads Business Centre
Durham
DH1 5TS
Phone 01913842441
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Exceptional Conveyancing Service
I recently used swinburne maddison for my conveyancing, and I could not be more impressed with the service I received. From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and incredibly supportive. They kept me informed at every stage, explained the process in clear terms, and handled all the legal details with precision and care.
Communication was excellent — emails and calls were always responded to promptly, and nothing ever felt too much trouble. They worked diligently to ensure everything progressed smoothly, and their attention to detail gave me complete confidence throughout the transaction.
Thanks to their expertise and dedication, the whole process was stress-free and completed without delays. I would not hesitate to recommend swinburne maddison to anyone looking for reliable, friendly, and highly competent conveyancing solicitors.
Lawyer named in this review: Kate Stephenson
A representative from Swinburne Maddison LLP responded to this review on 12 August, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and will be sure to let the team know
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Conveyancing
Timely and extremely professional service throughout
Lawyer named in this review: Kate Stephenson
A representative from Swinburne Maddison LLP responded to this review on 06 November, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to comment on your experience and will pass on your comments to Kate.
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House Sale
Thank you for all your guidance and assistance in the matter of our recent Tyneside Flat sale. Your help and professionalism is always appreciated.
Lawyer named in this review: Kate Stephenson
A representative from Swinburne Maddison LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Tim. We appreciate you taking the time to comment on your experience and will pass on your comments to Kate.
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