Lester Aldridge’s Health & Social Care Team earns double award recognition
WAGS – Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards 2025
We’re delighted that Alice Thursfield, Senior Associate in the Health & Social Care team, has been named a finalist in the Rising Star Award (Partner Services) category. This nomination reflects Alice’s outstanding contribution to the legal profession and her dedication to supporting care providers with expert regulatory advice. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on 2 December 2025 at the Hilton Bankside, London.
HealthInvestor Power List 2025
Two members of the team have also been recognised in the HealthInvestor Power List 2025, which celebrates the most influential individuals in the independent health and social care sector:
- Laura Guntrip, Partner and Head of the Health & Social Care team, has been named a finalist in the Legal Advisor – Transactional category.
- Alice Thursfield has also been shortlisted in the One to Watch – Investment & Advisory category.
The HealthInvestor Power List ceremony will take place on 3 December 2025 at the London Marriott, Grosvenor Square.
These nominations follow a year of continued recognition for the team, which has been ranked in both The Legal 500 UK 2025 and Chambers UK 2025, and previously celebrated accolades, including:
- Highly Commended – Legal Advisor Award, HealthInvestor Power List 2024
- Winner – Outstanding Contribution to Social Care, Kent Care Awards 2024
- Finalist – Great British Care Awards 2024
- Nominations – Legal Advisor of the Year & Transactional Services Provider of the Year, HealthInvestor Awards 2024 & 2025
Laura Guntrip commented: "We’re really pleased to see our team recognised again this year. These nominations reflect the work we do every day to support care providers, helping them navigate challenges, stay compliant and focus on delivering great care. I’m especially proud of Alice’s achievements and the impact she’s making in the sector. It’s lovely to see that recognised."
Lester Aldridge remains committed to providing high-quality legal support to the health and social care sector, helping clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and deliver safe, compliant care.