ESSEX, UK. January 21st, 2026 – Rainer Hughes, the award-winning full-service law firm with offices in Essex and London, is celebrating a milestone as its original founder, Brian Hughes, turns 90 this month – and continues to practise as a solicitor.
Brian qualified as a solicitor in 1965 and founded the firm that would later become Rainer Hughes with a clear vision to deliver high-quality legal advice with integrity, professionalism and a strong personal commitment to clients.
Over the course of a legal career spanning more than six decades, Brian has seen enormous changes in the legal profession. Despite this, his passion for the law and dedication to clients have never waned.
At 90, he remains actively involved in the firm, making him one of the UK’s longest-serving practising solicitors.
Imran Essa, Partner at Rainer Hughes said: “Brian is an absolute inspiration for us all. His experience, insight and work ethic continue to shape the culture of the firm.
“There can’t be many other 90-year-olds who are still practising, and while he has been asked many times why he hasn’t retired yet, his ongoing presence provides a tangible link between our origins and modern-day success. His career stands as a testament not only to longevity, but to a lifelong commitment to the law and to the clients he has served.”
During his 61 years in practice, Brian has dealt with almost every type of legal problem – from crime to divorce and from boundary disputes to the sale of businesses. He also qualified as a Family Mediator in 1995.
Brian said: “I feel incredibly lucky to have reached this milestone. I cannot think of many of my original contemporaries who have lived as long as myself and I know of none who have wanted to continue to work beyond 70 years of age. My work has always been a source of great satisfaction to me and I have never felt that I wanted to retire from it.
“During my years of service, I have been able to gain a wide overview of legal practice and, as someone heavily involved in assisting fellow solicitors, and members of the public with their legal affairs through my work and my involvement in District Law Societies and the Law Society itself at Chancery Lane, I feel that I have made a worthwhile contribution to the profession and to society.”
As Brian marks his 90th birthday this month, the firm is proud to celebrate both his personal milestone and the legacy he has created at Rainer Hughes.
For more information about Rainer Hughes, visit rainerhughes.com.
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