‘Whilst dealing with Simon Cunningham on matters related to infrastructure projects, he has dealt with the contracts efficiently and has acted in my best interests. He is very thorough and has explained complex contractual dialogue in a user-friendly way. I certainly find him to be very pleasant, approachable and patient.’

‘Simon Cunningham always responded quickly and efficiently to queries, and returned unanswered phone calls promptly.’

‘Fenella Eddell would always reply promptly to any query I had and kept the momentum going with the work so it didn’t take longer than required.’

‘Jeanette Dennis has become our contact for farming matters and she has a very good way of explaining complex issues in a clear manner. She is a partner in a farming family hence her ability to relate to farming clients is from first hand experience. She has been great support when we went through the complex issue of handing the farm from one generation to another.’

‘Well established agricultural team with strong knowledge of the sector.’

‘Jeanette Dennis is very experienced and really takes the time to understand her clients’ needs.’

‘Jeanette Dennis is a brilliant partner at Ashtons, I have worked with her the most of any Ashtons individual. Excellent knowledge of the agricultural sector and is able to advise accordingly. Valued her in-depth knowledge.’

‘Karen Bacon is an experienced associate who is knowledgeable in a wide range of legal services, but who also knows when to bring in other specialists to deliver the best service. Karen works with other professionals and keeps them informed so that we can work together for our mutual clients benefit.’

‘From initial engagement to resolution, we found the Birketts team highly professional with the ability to translate a complex situation into straightforward terminology, which we could understand. Birketts’ ability to flex the team size on demand and engage specialists for specific queries coupled with an approachable informed style was invaluable.’

‘Jack Royall was outstanding leading the team and his client commitment, experienced, sensible, practical advice for more difficult issues was second to none. His personable and very capable approach quickly established great rapport and confidence in the Birketts team.’

‘Leo McMahon was our lead and throughout the protracted process he remained responsive, efficient and professional with a measured approach even when under pressure.’

‘All round expertise in the property providing the premier service for the farming and agricultural industry in East Anglia.’

‘The Birketts Agricultural team are professional, knowledgeable and generally a pleasure to work with. Their practical and measured approach is such a comfort to many of my clients. The depth of expertise and experience in the team is impressive and I have always found their work to be timely and well-produced. I believe their charges to be at market value.’

‘Jack Royall – an impressive professional with a great deal of experience and always provides a measured and balanced view and excellent bedside manner.’

‘Chris Coupland – an experienced professional with an great eye for detail.’

‘Sarah Ellero – a hard-working, diligent, and coherent professional who is good with clients.’

‘Emily Pumfrey is well grounded in land and agriculture. Very client-focused but with the ability to be commercial/pragmatic when required.’

‘Denise Wilkinson brings vast experience in rural and land, and foresees problems well in advance, saving us time and money, and avoiding pitfalls for the charity. Together with her colleagues, the team provides swift and reliable advice and documents as needed.’

‘Emily Pumfrey has been excellent on the projects that we have worked together, providing great advice and guidance for clients and progressing matters swiftly. She has balanced her attention to detail and protection of clients interests, with an ability to maintain the objective of concluding the deal.’

‘The team were very knowledgeable in the subject area and understood our values, providing sound advice taking into account our long-term considerations.’

‘Denise Wilkinson is extremely knowledgeable and her advice adds value to the cases she is engaged to assist with. She always acknowledges emails in a prompt manner, if she is unable to respond fully at the time she will communicate this and manage expectations. An overall positive and ‘can do’ attitude with an understanding of the practical applications and implications.’

‘On property development projects, I am working with Emily Pumfrey who, like Denise Wilkinson, has a very proactive, ‘can do’ approach and nothing seems to be too much bother.’

‘The team are true experts in their field and hold a vast breadth of experience that means their ability to adapt and respond to requests is second to none.’

‘Denise Wilkinson continues to be a key member of the team. Her knowledge and experience means that she can find ways through complex negotiations. She is always solution focused which ensures the best for her clients.’

‘Lauren Parker as a partner is very good. Emily Horn is a very diligent associate.’

‘Lauren Parker is great – knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.’

‘Excellent service. Extremely knowledgeable and clearly consider the client’s best interests first.’

‘Dawn Chapman is an excellent lawyer and I would recommend the first based on the standout service she provides.’

‘Michael Aubrey and his team are market leading in terms of innovative thinking and getting the job done. I have every faith that when Mills & Reeve the job will be done very well and in a good timescale.’

‘Michael Aubrey has an excellent knowledge on all agricultural matters and having acted against him and with him many times I know his advise is well thought through and considered to achieve the best result for his client. Jane Peel has an excellent relationship with her clients and is one of the best lawyers that I know.’

‘Harriet Brittain-Lewis has provided sensible, useful and timely advice to several of my clients’

‘Michael Aubrey – extremely experienced and trusted by clients.’

‘Rupert Melville-Ross is likeable, intelligent and pragmatic. Leads a team well. Andrew Williamson is highly diligent, strong communicator. Very well organised.’

‘Mishcon is a relatively new player in our industry and has disrupted the Rural market, building from the merger with Taylor Vinters. It has gone straight in at the top in our view. The team is up there as the top Rural practice in London, and has a presence in East Anglia too with its Cambridge office.’

‘Rupert Melville-Ross is widely considered one of the best transactional lawyers in the country for rural estates, and rightly so. He is commercial, charming and always calm under pressure.’

‘Andrew Williamson is one of the best technical agricultural lawyers in the sector: he is both exceptional technically and brilliant at translating technical points into practical advice for the client.’

‘Thomas Andrews and Louise Moore are a stand-out lawyers in the team; always calm under pressure and a safe pair of hands no matter how difficult a transaction proves. Rosannah Reynolds is one to watch as a junior with a stellar reputation among clients and a delight to deal with.’

‘Rupert Melville-Ross is undoubtedly one of the top agricultural property advisers in the country with particular expertise in transactional advice.’

‘Great team very well lead by Rupert Melville-Ross. Very communicative, pragmatic and easy to work with.’

‘Rupert Melville-Ross is always willing to visit the farm and get a practical understanding of what’s happening on the ground. He is also great with clients and knows how to get a deal done.’

‘Good knowledge and practical application relating to agricultural estate matters as well as the more specialist poultry sector. A clear and understandable approach to issues, with the options well presented.’

‘On estate planning/IHT matters my team has attended a useful presentation that was thought provoking and helpful as we move to the next stage in this process with Greene & Greene.’

‘Jonathan Mathers has acted for us on poultry-related matters for many years and has a clear overview of the what is required and delivers this in an efficient and timely manner.

‘Wayne Perrin is excellent in estate planning matters. His ability to understand what is required, offer useful advice/options, and then efficient delivery is exceptional.’

‘The agricultural department are pleasant to deal with, prompt and pragmatic in negotiations.’

‘We have have regular dealings with Jonathan Mathers on the agricultural side. He is pragmatic and focuses on the key commercial issues to progress transactions smoothly and effectively.’

‘The team is supportive, professional and responsive.’

‘Katherine Danks is a great help to the family and the farming business. We depend on her and find her reliable and commercial.’

‘HP has a wealth of in depth knowledge and understanding of all things estate planning. They have worked really well with our accountant to give the best advice for our family and have been brilliant working through succession in our business. Not scared to pull in colleagues to put the best person in front of you.’

‘Stuart Maggs is very practical and extremely knowledgeable when dealing with our trust and estate planning. Katherine Danks is our main point of contact and is always contactable, even at the weekends which is fantastic because farming businesses never sit still.’

‘So approachable, knowledgeable and totally professional. The team takes a balanced view and we totally trust their judgement. We were in uncharted waters and felt supported by Abigail Lambert and Katherine Danks.’

‘We chose to deal with Howes Percival as they came highly recommended and we have found them to be very professional and helpful.’

‘Katharine Danks has been assisting us with a solar farm project and her expert knowledge and guidance through this process has been very professional and friendly. She has brought to our attention matters we would have otherwise overlooked.’

‘Stuart Maggs has been most significant from the start of our project. Stuart has worked exceptionally well with our professional team and family members. Always quick to grasp a problem and clearly explain possible solutions, Stuart is pragmatic and experienced in dealing with the complexities and respectful on the emotional side of a family estate. The property team lead by Katharine Danks have been resolute in unravelling historic ownership complexities and kept us fully informed on progress.’

‘Clear, honest legal advice. Excellent communication skills.’

‘James Dowson has been fantastic to deal with. He provides clear, practical legal advice. Highly recommended.’

‘Kirsten Rimmer  is not just a great legal advisor, she is an intrinsically important part of my own business, without whom we would fail to make the most of opportunities that present themselves to us.’

‘James Dowson – Very experienced and competent solicitor. Pragmatic and commercially minded which ensures transactions are balanced and successful.’

‘Alexander Waples has been invaluable, he has offered advice and negotiated on our behalf. He responds quickly and efficiently.’

‘We have received superb service from Alex Waples.’

‘Alex Waples – helpful, easy to contact and gives good advice. Good knowledge of all areas of agriculture and able to help in a wide range of situations- nothing is too small attitude which is appreciated by mutual clients.’

‘I have worked with Alex Waples on a number of matters both in relation to agriculture and estate matters as well as in relation to renewable energy projects. He has always been very knowledgeable, approachable and efficient in advising our mutual clients.’

‘We have worked with Daniel Ball on a number of agricultural matters over the past 12 months and have found him to give clear and concise advice which is both relevant and practical in its implementation with a clear objective.’

‘Dan Ball is an excellent communicator, highly efficient and provides sound, clear legal advice.’

‘I found Iain Grimes and his team to be highly capable in assisting with a complex land sale.’

‘Iain Grimes was highly professional throughout the process of selling two parcels of land, assisting with various additional requirements. He was easily contactable and updates on progress were regular throughout the process.’

‘Daniel Ball – a pleasure to work with, knowledgeable in his area of renewables.’

‘The team at Fraser Dawbarns are very attentive to every detail of the work that they are asked to carry out for their clients. They take the time to understand the business, the needs and the specialist area that they operate in, this leads to effective communication and they understand fully what is required. The latest tools are used to allow collaborative communication, further adding to the efficiency of the practice.’

‘Daniel Ball is an excellent communicator and very professional as a lawyer, who take the time to understand the client and their needs. Whilst working with Daniel he has shown the ability to work with all groups of people working on the cases and has always demonstrated professionalism and understanding.’

‘Good bedside manner! Jenny Rushmer and Daniel Ball in particular. Very good at putting clients at their ease and getting to the nub of client concerns.’

‘Always professional and focused.’