‘Very established landed estates team’.

‘Boodle Hatfield has taken a lot of time to understand our business and the requirements of the owners. The lawyers have adapted their approach to reflect how we work. Most importantly, they are very flexible and responsive and I completely trust the advice that they provide’.

‘Hayden Bailey is our lead contact. My view on Hayden is reflective of my overall view of the firm: fundamentally, I trust and value the advice that he gives. He has always been very supportive and responsive. He is forward looking and has made sure that we are more forward thinking and spend the right time considering future strategy’.

‘Hayden Bailey – one of the highest regarded lawyers in the landed estates world, rightly so. He is brilliant with clients and pragmatic too’.

‘Hayden Bailey – very good technically. Responsive. Prepared to work collaboratively which is great’.

‘Tom Hewitt, is a true gentleman who has the ability to explain the most complex matters in the simplest, practical form which is a true skill that cannot be taught‘.

‘The service I received was friendly and they were very approachable. They understood my needs and responded to them. They were very knowledgeable and efficient. Sian Edmunds was particularly good, I had confidence in her capabilities and she was very professional’.

‘Ross Simpson is incredibly dedicated and proactive and demonstrates an exceptionally high level of personal accountability’.

‘Ross Simpson – his involvement in a deal brings additional credibility, respect and quality throughout every aspect’.

‘Ross Simpson is knowledgeable and responds quickly to emails‘.

‘The availability and involvement of a partner whenever required is hugely impressive as is the oversight of associates and the fast turn around of work executed by both partners and associates. The expertise and knowledge displayed in this field of practice combined with extensive practical experience gives confidence that one is receiving the best possible advice and is in very safe hands‘.

‘Very client focused team working closely with institutional and high net worth families and individuals. Significant experience in property law relating to mines and minerals. Strong team with a good age and gender mix. James Maxwell is a very strong lead for the team’.

‘This team is technically very strong and from a sound foundation of experience and knowledge provides a unique solution focused service. The best I have come across in 25 years. Tom Kirkman and Edmund Fetherston-Dilke are both exceptional operators. The depth of knowledge on all rural landlord and tenant matters is second to none‘.

‘The lawyers offer a full service with all areas of law covered. They also look at things differently to ensure that the best service is offered. They are all very very good. They are also available to speak to when you need them and will go above and beyond for their clients’.

‘The team is exceptional with a breadth and depth of knowledge that is in my nearly 30 years experience, unparalleled.

‘Excellent practical and legal knowledge of their subject, depth of team for all matters rural and all matters that affect the purchase of a complex rural estate.’

‘Patrick Hammond and Edmund Fetherston Dilke, are both excellent in practical and legal terms, both highly likable, good with clients , approachable and helpful and very responsive’.

‘Associate Emily Zethraeus’ wise counsel and work are outstanding’.

‘The strength and depth of the Withers team is particularly impressive. Other firms often have one or two stand out lawyers but when they are not available, the cracks start to appear. At Withers the whole team has very good operators, including Bertie Hoskyns-Abrahall and Edward Jarron’.

‘Excellent resource across a number of areas. Clear aims and very responsive’.

‘Outstanding client focus’.

‘CRS has a deep knowledge of Rural Estates, family related law, tax, including for clients living abroad, and issues such as succession‘.

‘First class lawyers – partners, senior associates and associates. Friendly, knowledgeable and very discreet. Bart Peerless, Henry Fea, James Trafford Charles Hutton are all excellent’.

‘Good advice well presented, friendly approachable team. Very knowledgeable. Bart Peerless- the name says it all! He is excellent. Sarah Wray – efficient friendly extremely good. Innovative ideas’.

‘The firm has a lawyer who can help with anything, incredibly valuable to multi-generational families and their businesses’.

‘William Begley – a very good lawyer who is collaborative and works well with other advisors. Happy to take control, but is equally happy to play the supporting role‘.

‘Sarah Wray is one of the brightest associates around. Her knowledge and analysis is exceptional and she is a delightful person into the bargain‘.

‘Mill & Reeve was recommended to us for advice on business and estate planning for a farming family partnership. The firm gave us sound advice at the time and has subsequently acted for us on many levels’.

‘Dawn Chapman first acted for us when we decided to dissolve our partnership and sell the farm. She has always been very approachable and efficient in all our dealings‘.

‘Responsive, a pleasure to deal with and willing to give real advice’.

‘A very knowledgeable and conscientious team that always strives to go the extra mile to assist us, and make us feel valued and important. The team collaborates well, so nothing is missed, but yet, no unnecessary overlap. Very clear and concise billing. Technology excellent, particularly useful of late with online meetings’.

‘Fantastic love of all things Rights of Way! What more could you ask for. Simon Blackburn has been a detail-driven and supportive lawyer who has allowed us to get to effective results’.

‘Simon Blackburn is one of the best landed estates lawyer of his generation; very experienced, very commercial and very personable. Bethany Milchem is relatively junior but is excellent at dealing with clients and a cheerful soul’.

‘It is rare to find a strong rural team in London and whilst the cost associated with procuring legal services in the capital can sometimes put off clients who would otherwise source their advice locally, there are times when quality of expertise and speed of response justifies the extra outlay, as here’.

‘This practice stands out for me because the personnel involved were always available, they stuck to their estimate despite the work being significantly more complex than initially anticipated and Simon Blackburn ensured that the various aspects of the trust and property work were marshalled and delivered on time to ensure a satisfactory conclusion‘.

‘Simon Blackburn – where Simon’s approach really stands out is in the care and effort that he takes to build relationships both with the other professionals involved and in this case with the counterparty to a divorce who sought to frustrate the legal process in train. Suffice it to say that his good bedside manner and diplomacy prevented on several occasions a difficult situation from escalating‘.

‘Simon Blackburn and Michael Parkinson are highly intelligent individuals and men of sound judgement. Their advice is invariably good and perceptive‘.

‘Flexible and responsive team with specialist experience of landed estates and development work including option and promotion agreements. Paddy Lynham is a stand-out partner for landed estates covering purchases, sales and development work with particular experience of options, promotions and overage agreements. He takes an analytical yet commercial approach to achieve the best outcome for his clients‘.

‘Straightforward and pragmatic advice. Accessible partners. Patrick Lynam. Excellent property transactional knowledge – safe pair of hands’.

‘Well thought out practical advice. Tristan Ward – thoughtful and considered advice with the landowner at its heart’.

‘Very strong on both the overview and the attention to detail with the ability to recognise and adhere to meeting the clients’ needs and requirements. Tristan Ward is one of the best solicitors I have worked with for over twenty years; always thinking of the client and what they need to achieve and often going above and beyond what the clients think they need, but he is able to guide and advise to an exceptional standard’.

‘Tristan Ward – outstanding knowledge of issues arising on the purchase and sale of landed estates. Gives practical advice and support throughout the process. Very good support on the issues that come up on estates on a regular basis’.

‘Professional and experienced yet modern, approachable and quick to respond. Paddy Lynam  – looks for solutions, doesn’t dwell on issues, works effectively to make clients’ objectives and wishes happen. Straightforward, straight talking advice. Tristan Ward – very experienced and one of the most knowledgeable solicitors I have come across’.

‘Great practical knowledge of their subject, agricultural estates, a depth of knowledge and ability to deal with all matters that arise in this complex field. Tristan Ward and Paddy Lynam are both incredibly experienced with a deep understanding of practical matters of farming and rural matters coupled with an excellent understanding of the law’.

‘The lawyers have given excellent advice with great diplomacy and understanding’.

‘A strong understanding of both the industry and the client’s businesses. Always keen to understand their clients’ businesses and objectives. Attentive and responsive. A true personal relationship and they feel part of our wider team’.

‘We have dealt almost entirely with Edward Whittington. He has given us exceptional advice and support dealing with potentially combustible family relationships‘.

‘Anita Symington. She is the perfect, rounded, solicitor for this type of work. Approachable, can explain the most technical points in plain English, focused on outcomes. She has unparalleled experience in agricultural work‘.

‘I have used the team for a number of property purchases and disposals. Their communication and availability around some fairly nuanced issues were exemplary’.

‘They have been excellent in listening to the challenges faced and respond to the actual question with great clarity and transparency of the options with great summaries of the advantages and risks of each path. It has been a refreshing experience as this has kept timeframes manageable and rework to a minimum‘.