A partner at law firm Chadwick Lawrence has gained a masters degree.

Sarah Crowther, who also heads the firm’s family law and probate department, was awarded her Master of Business Administration degree at Huddersfield University.

She received recognition for her efforts by being awarded a prize from the leadership and management department of the university’s business school.

Sarah is pictured receiving her award from Stephen Gibbs, senior lecturer.

Sarah has been studying part-time for her MBA at the business school since 2011. The Radicon Prize was awarded for Sarah’s success in her part-time study.

She said: “I felt it was important for me to develop my skills in business management as these are not areas which are covered within any of the legal training.

“The modules I have studied have helped me significantly with the management of the departments which I run. Also, as a divorce solicitor, I regularly act for a lot of business owners and the business knowledge

“I have acquired has proved invaluable in dealing with their cases. I am delighted to have been chosen for the prize.”

Neil Wilson, managing partner at Chadwick Lawrence, which has offices in Huddersfield, said: “We have a positive relationship with the university and also now with the Business School.

“This is one which we wish to progress through developing the skills of our wider team. I wish to congratulate Sarah on her achievement which is hard earned.”