The UK’s legal sector once again outperformed the wider economy in June, according to newly released figures. Sector revenues climbed to £4.55 billion, marking a 7% increase compared to June last year and a 13.8% rise from May 2025, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) confirmed. By contrast, UK GDP grew by just 0.4% in June, while revenues across the broader services sector, which includes legal, were 6% higher year-on-year.

June’s results also represent the third-highest monthly revenue total for the legal sector in 2025 so far. Commenting on the results, “It’s relief all round this morning. The UK economy seems to have performed better than many expected in June and legal also bounced back after disappointing revenues in April and May. This hopefully means we can explain these as the usual seasonal trend around year end, but let’s see,” said Julie Norris, legal services regulatory partner at London-based firm Kingsley Napley. She continued: “The overall UK economy remains fragile with many reportedly pausing business and investment decisions until after the autumn budget. To that end law firm leaders must continue to monitor the opportunities and threats for their firms in the current environment and keep an eye on costs, despite inflationary pressures.” 

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Source: Michael Cross, Law Gazette