Commercial property: elsewhere in the North in North

‘Duncan Harty is very approachable, professional and willing to go the extra mile to provide comprehensive advice.’

‘Baines Wilson have grown alongside our company and have always delivered what has been necessary in a timely manner.’

‘Senior property partner, Sean Logue understands the importance of getting the deal done whilst at the same time highlighting the salient issues which could give rise to doubts regarding a potential acquisition. He moves at pace and ensures his team have the same mindset. I cannot recommend him highly enough.’

‘A team which respects its clients’ needs and inputs. Technologically ahead of the game – phones and computers handled Covid working from home seamlessly.’

‘Robbie Mather is enthusiastic, actually wanting to listen to the client and understand what he/she does, why they do it, and what they want out of any legal document rather than simply apply standard legal concepts and wording. He has respect for his clients’ input and comments, wanting to ensure his advice fully understands and best serves their needs. He also goes out of his way to understand the commerciality and importance of deadlines rather than the common legal approach of it takes the time it takes.’

‘The firm has undergone a significant expansion providing improved facilities and resources. In particular the conference and meeting room facilities are impressive and the in-house resources have been constantly expanded and improved with new faces and experience being added on a regular basis. Despite the expansion, Swinburne Maddison continues to offer a friendly and personal service. This firm manages to provide a very professional and efficient service to match the larger City firms while maintaining their friendly and personal service.’

‘The service which Chris Ross provides our company is exemplary. His overall service and advice has meant that Swinburne Maddison are now the only legal practice which our company uses for all commercial property matters.’

‘The team at Swinburne Maddison are the most helpful and professional people we have ever had to deal with. No matter what your query might be, and we have had many over the years, they do not hesitate to offer sound, professional advice. People are important and this team always make sure that everyone is as important as each other.’

‘The practice is very professional and personal. It is of sufficient size to offer a wide range of services but keeps a personal touch. Many of the partners have been around long; therefore, there is continuity.’

‘Good communication, professionalism and willingness to give committed advice. Well-resourced, knowledgeable and always happy to assist.’

‘Always pleased to work with Swinburne Maddison’s team who not only provide solid and reliable legal advice but also have a good understanding of the commercial landscape and our guiding principles. This allows them to provide relevant and tailored advice.’

‘We consider partner Victoria Walton a part of our in-house team when it comes to commercial property management. Her advice is concise, astute and she takes a proactive approach to casework management.’

‘Victoria Walton comes with significant experience; she is able to provide strong advice and a quick erudite response when necessary. Additionally, she often brings forward sensible suggestions as to tactics etc which is invaluable. Her problem-solving abilities are amazing.’

‘Victoria Walton is a specialist in her field of commercial and residential property law, ably supported by practitioners such as Simon Robinson and Helen Griffiths. Victoria is our go-to lawyer due to her friendly attitude, strict approach and sound advice, handling herself well in boardroom situations and meetings of a delicate nature associated with property transactions nearing conclusion.’

‘Responsive, thorough, timely.’

‘Latimer Hinks have an exceptionally experienced team who make it their priority to ensure client care is paramount. With the Covid-19 situation, we have all ensured through collaboration to have regular updates via Microsoft Teams or via telecom, at times going above and beyond out of hours.’

‘I deal predominantly with practice head Adam Wood and his colleague Jonathan Sturgeon. Both excel in their knowledge but more importantly have an understanding, what, as a client, we are trying to achieve and how to get there. Both individuals provide essential knowledge but also provide alternative solutions, when you fear there is only one way to proceed with matters.’