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As a leading law firm in Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire providing effective legal solutions regionally, nationally and internationally; Bridge McFarland is committed to operating its business in a socially responsible manner. |
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Solicitors in the Community
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We are aware of the responsibility we have as a large regional law firm to be active in improving community social cohesion. We do this by selective sponsorship of clubs, groups and associations that help us to meet our corporate social responsibility strategy. We also recognise that many individuals within our region may not be able to travel to our offices or may prefer to see a solicitor on familiar ground to discuss a particular legal matter.
Bridge McFarland offers a FREE initial legal advice clinic throughout a network of community centres and village halls. |
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Investors in People
www.investorsinpeople.co.uk
The firm supports individual members of staff in learning related programmes which enable them to enhance their careers within the firm. In some cases that has led to qualification as a Legal Executive or solicitor. In others new skills have been acquired by paralegals and support and administration staff. The firm has Investors in People accreditation.
Our lawyers meet their continued professional development requirements and regularly attend courses with external providers and internally. All staff are given IT training through dedicated programmes established with organisations such as Learn Direct. |
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Cancer Research UK - Louth Run For Life 2007
www.cancerresearchuk.org/
Bridge McFarland has received a letter of thanks from the Louth Event Organiser for Cancer Research UK, John Jaines thanking the firm for its continued committment to the Louth Event. The letter - addressed to Senior Partner, Paddy McFarland - is reproduced below:
Dear Paddy
RE Louth Run for Life 2007
On behalf of everyone concerned I am writing to say a Big Thank You for your company's sponsorship of the above event.
Once again the run was a huge success attracting a field of over 800 which was almost double the entry of the 2006 event and we are confident that we can continue that trend in 2008.
Thousands of pounds have been raised for this important life saving work of Cancer Research which is vital in fighting this awful disease which has affected so many people throughout the area.
The Louth Event has a fast growing reputation of being the best of the cancer runs in the county and I am sure with the excellent organising team we have and everyone’s support I know we can go from strength to strength.
Please pass on my gratitude to your company directors.
Best Wishes
John Jaines
Louth Event Organiser
Cancer Research UK |
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Voluntary / Pro Help
www.bitc.org.uk
www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Bridge McFarland is privileged to have within its staff individuals who dedicate some of their spare time to undertaking voluntary work within the community. Amongst other things members of the firm sit on the Boards of Charities, Housing Associations and serve as Councillors.
The firm is also committed to corporate social responsibility by providing pro bono legal services through the Citizens Advice Bureau, Pro Help and similar organisations. |
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Sponsorship
Bridge McFarland is proud to be associated with clubs and associations that show drive and enthusiasm for community based projects and are themselves an integral part of their community.
The firm has ensured that it provides support to a diverse sector of the community with a focus upon equal opportunities, youth development and teamwork.
We presently provide sponsorship to: |
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Lincoln Vulcan Swimming Club
www.lvsc.co.uk
Lincoln Vulcan’s swimming club has become one of the premier competitive clubs in the East midlands region. It has existed through enthusiasm of all it’s swimmers and, particularly, through the voluntary support of parents.
As well as competitive swimming the club is associated with life saving, bi-athlon and tri-athlon activities.
They provide professional tuition for children who want to learn to swim or improve their technical swimming skills.
Bridge McFarland are proud to support once again a community based organisation such as LVSC by sponsoring an event at the clubs open meet at Ponds Forge, Sheffield on Sat 20th October 2007. |
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Lincoln Rugby Football Club (main club sponsor)
www.lincolnrugby.co.uk
Bridge McFarland were pleased to be offered the opportunity to sponsor the Lincoln Rugby Football Club for the seasons 2006/07 and 2007/08.
The club plays Rugby Union in the Midlands 3 (East) League and is an integral part of Lincoln’s sporting heritage having been formed in 1882.
The club has an active youth development policy coaching somewhere in the region of 300 children who attend their mini rugby sessions on a Sunday morning at the Lindum Sports Ground.
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Welton FC Under 12a Team – Main Team Sponsor
www.weltonfc.co.uk
Bridge McFarland were delighted to extend financial support as an Associate Sponsor to the Welton FC Under 12A team for the season 2005/06.
This was an exceptional year for the team going through the League programme of 20 games and winning every single game – a 100% record they were rightly proud of. They also took part in the making of the television series ‘Match Academy’ which was shown on Channel 5 and played a demonstration 5 a-side at half time during Grimsby Town’s home match against Boston United in front of 5000 fans.
Bridge McFarland were so impressed by the standard of football from this young squad that it jumped at the opportunity to become the teams Main Sponsor for the 2006/07 season. |
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Market Rasen& Louth RUFC Vixens – Associate Sponsor
www.Rasennrugby.co.uk
In 2005 Bridge McFarland extended its support to the Market Rasen& Louth RUFC ‘Vixens’. The ‘Vixens’ are a ladies rugby team founded in 2005 by one of our Associate Solicitors, Laura Roberts.
Bridge McFarland also provide support to the club by advertising on the club website. |
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Louth Cricket Club – Main Club Sponsor
www.louth.play-cricket.com
Bridge McFarland maintain their sponsorship commitments through the summer months by supporting the Louth Cricket Club.
The Club has a 1st XI and a 2nd XI in addition to three youth teams and a cricket academy. |
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Louth Dolphins SWimming Club – Sponsor
www.louthdolphins.org/
For many years Bridge McFarland has provided sponsorship to the Louth Dolphins Swimming Club. We are proud to maintain our commitment to this worthwhile cause. |
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English National Brass Band Championships – Sponsor of the Best Soloist Trophy
www.bfbb.co.uk
Bridge McFarland’s Business Development Manager was instrumental in the creation of a National Brass Band contest for England and maintained support of the event through sponsorship of the Trophy presented to the best soloist of the day.
The contest was inaugurated in 2006 and provides a forum for the best brass bands in England to compete for a place at the European Championships.
Sponsorship of this event compliments our bespoke legal service for brass bands which can be viewed at www.bmcf.co.uk/brassbandlegalservices |
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Grimsby & Cleethorpes Amateur Operatic Society - Sponsor
www.enjoytheatre.co.uk
Bridge McFarland extend their support to ‘the arts’ through sponsorship of the GCAOS’ various productions.
In 2005 we supported 42nd Street and in 2006 ‘Fiddler on the Roof’. |
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