THE new headquarters of Tees Valley's fastest-growing legal firm was greeted as a signal of the area's regeneration at its official opening ceremony.

In the three-and-a-half years since it was established, the Endeavour Partnership LLP has more than trebled in size and now has a staff of 38 to serve the needs of an expanding base of business and commercial clients.

The 8,000sq ft offices, in Teesdale, Stockton, were opened by Alistair Arkley, chairman of the Tees Valley Partnership and board member of One NorthEast, Tees Valley Development Company and Tees Valley Tomorrow.

Mr Arkley said: "Within the Tees Valley we desperately need a good service sector, with individuals who have the skills to give the highest level of legal advice to the new, aspiring and expanding businesses that form part of the revitalisation and diversification of the area's economy. I am sure the Endeavour Partnership can provide that service."

Toby Tilly, senior partner at Endeavour Partnership, said: "Alistair Arkley is a tireless worker for the redevelopment and regeneration of the Tees Valley and, in particular, its economy and business infrastructure - of which we hope our personal success story is just a small beginning."