‘The practice has a diverse team and depth of knowledge . I have have excellent service in all areas of engagement. It’s a pleasure to receive the same high level of service regardless of what department or whom you are dealing with.’

‘An excellent team of practical individuals who are focused on delivering on the brief from their clients in a practical and comprehensive way. They ensure clients understand the risks that may be involved in a given scenario and allow them to make informed decisions.’

‘Geoff Hazlewood provides the perfect service with an ideal balance with his explanation and understanding of risk, but his desire to help the client get deals done and protect themselves, as appropriate. Ultimately this saves the client spending unnecessary fees and helps to avoid situations going bad and eats falling through. It may mean less fees in the short term, but he’ll earn more in the long run as his client loyalty is fantastic.’

‘Geoff Hazelwood and Paul Whittingham in company commercial are pragmatic, approachable and very good.’

‘The practice is complete with very experienced and extremely knowledgeable partners and associates which gives confidence in the advice we are being given. This is fundamental because there is no point in paying for legal advice and then not being confident enough to take it.’

‘The individuals are experienced and apply their knowledge well to individual circumstances. They are able to adapt their expertise top our commercial situation.’

‘The Ashtons Legal team offers a complete spectrum of legal expertise. The advice provided by the professionals at Ashtons is pragmatic and centred on meeting the specific demands of their clients.’

‘Geoff Hazelwood is a practically minded corporate lawyer who clearly understands what I need to achieve in my acquisitions. His advice is concise, and he is willing to drive a deal to ensure I achieve the best outcome.’

‘The team at Aquabridge always gives first-class advice in clear and easy to understand responses. Replies are prompt, helpful and often pre-empt my next question or concern.’

‘Very approachable, diligent and keen to help in a proactive, solution-focused way.’

‘A highly experienced team when advising on acquistions of SMEs.’

‘Available at any time and highly committed to helping its clients get the right deal, at the right price.’

‘Excellent support and communication in all aspects of business. I always feel that whatever legal support I need will always be well addressed with the correct level of knowledge and expertise. I have complete faith and trust in everything that Barker Gotelee advise us on.’

‘Clare Richards and Liz Gifford provide well-rounded and fully comprehensive advise in a manner that is easy for us to understand and feel comfortable with.’

‘Great communication, speed of response and the ability to explain stuff in language that I understand.’

‘They clearly understand our position and have depth of experience.’

‘Barker Gotelee is unique and therefore valued, not because of its innovations and new ways of working, but for the complete opposite! I know what I am going to get with them as a layman. Clear expectations, an understandable method and delivery to an agreed timeline.’

‘The team works very well together to deliver the service required. The division of advice within the team is without duplication and delivers a project in an efficient and joined up way.’

‘I worked with Clare Richards and Liz Gifford, both of who worked with determination and commitment to delivering a complicated transaction for the benefit of a mutual client.’

‘Their knowledge and contacts and personable manner gave me confidence which was then proven by their actions and swift conclusion. I felt that I was given a fair price for the work undertaken and it was done well.’

‘My work was dealt with in a friendly but professional manner and I was kept informed at every step. I could not fault Joseph Long – I would definitely recommend him.’

‘The practice stands head and shoulders over any of its competitors in the immediate area with a group of competent partners covering most business areas, and in recent years an influx of competent younger partners and associates. Frankly, they are the only legal firm in town whom we feel able to recommend to our clients.’

‘Competent, knowledgeable and efficient. Joe Long is our main contact and is an extremely competent and approachable corporate lawyer.’

‘This firm is responsive and shows an understanding of the business requirements of its clients. It is pragmatic in its advice and for a regional practice offers a high level of support and quality of advice.’

‘The partners’ approach demonstrates that they understand the business requirements of their clients and their advice reflects that.’

‘A great team of solicitors who are very knowledgeable and informed, but with a good amount of commerciality to ensure the deal progresses to completion efficiency. ’

‘Joe Long is a great solicitor. He is approachable, effective and very capable with a wide knowledge base.’