Manchester’s surging prominence and prosperity have been further highlighted since the accession of Andy Burnham to Number 10. Nowhere typifies this swagger more than JMW Solicitors, a business which prides itself on its Mancunian roots.

The firm moved into its new office at 125 Deansgate this summer and staff have enthusiastically embraced the custom-fitted layout.

Bringing all employees under one roof, the building features all the latest mod-cons (the coffee machine is particularly snazzy) and an impressive spiral staircase going through the centre.

But perhaps the swishest touch is the private roof terrace on the 10th floor, which offers unparalleled views of the historic John Rylands Library in the foreground and Manchester’s Crown Street crown court and civil justice centre in the background.

The terrace features a futuristic-looking and highly sought-after pod, which serves as a meeting space (and a break from the elements) with perhaps the best views of any workspace in the city. The JMW legal eagles have themselves an impressive nest.

JMW pod

The pod on the private roof terrace serves as a meeting space

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