James Steward > Hunt & Coombs LLP > Peterborough, England > Lawyer Profile

Hunt & Coombs LLP‘s practice handles property, corporate and private client matters relating to the agricultural sector, and is noted as providing ‘prompt clear and excellent advice’. Peterborough-based April 2022-promoted partner Olivia Chalmers leads the practice. Former lead partner Anna Spriggs moved to Howes Percival LLP‘s Northampton office in April 2023. Associate James Steward handles real estate matters and is based in Oundle, whilst senior partner Paddy Appleton advises rural clients on wills, trusts and probate matters. Private client partner Sallyann Short in Huntingdon frequently assists agricultural family estates.

Working out of Peterborough, the team at Hunt & Coombs LLP frequently advises businesses, charities and individuals on property transactions. Former practice head Anna Spriggs has since departed the practice to join Howes Percival LLP, and is succeeded by Olivia Chalmers  who now leads the practice. Clients praise Chalmers for her ‘expertise and attention to detail’, which are ‘second to none’. Senior associate David Marsh joined the team from Chattertons in February 2023, bringing extensive experience in the acquisition and sale of development land. Associate James Steward in Oundle also plays a key role in the practice.