‘They have an experienced multi-disciplinary team, which allows them to advise their corporate clients on a wide range of regulatory issues.’

‘My main contact at the firm is Guy Bastable – with a firm grounding in financial crime plus Health and Safety, Guy is very well placed to advise clients in respect to their fraud issues. Understanding the regulatory consequences of their criminal issues gives Guy an advantage over many practitioners.’

‘Guy Bastable is, by a country mile, the finest solicitor operating in this sector outside of London. His knowledge is second to none and he applies it with a shrewd brain, achieving outstanding results for his clients.’

‘Guy Bastable is an exceptional lawyer with significant experience in all areas of business-related crime including health and safety, environmental crime and other areas of white-collar crime. Tenacious in his representation of his clients, he leaves no stone unturned.’

‘Burgess Salmon has a presence in Bristol and London. The Environment team is standout in the industry, with the Corporate Crime team conducting heavyweight defence work for large corporates and directors.’

‘Guy Bastable is the standout head of the Corporate Crime team. He combines a technically superb approach to the law with sound judgment and a combative approach to defending his clients. His heavyweight intellect matches his heavyweight presence in the industry.’

‘Sam Aldous is an impressive Senior Associate. He is focused on the detail when needed but is able to stand back and see the bigger issues.’

‘A West Country firm with excellent connections to the City of London and international business.’

‘A senior partner with wide experience as a leading barrister and as a Recorder makes for a well balanced and well connected approach.’

‘They do everything right from start to finish.’

‘Nicola Hutchinson is a force of nature, on top of her case load, knows exactly what she is doing and commands respect from her clients and her opposition.’

‘Highly capable and experienced team, second to none in the Bristol marketplace.’

‘Nicola Hutchinson is a force to be reckoned with for prosecuting authorities. She is incisive and fearless. She will pursue client’s objectives relentlessly whilst maintaining a realistic approach.’

‘The team’s Bristol Office is staffed throughout with capable, enthusiastic and experienced individuals who provide first-class litigation support across the whole range of criminal cases.’

‘Everyone in the team that I dealt with were fantastic. Everyone worked together seamlessly, if one person was unavailable and otherwise engaged another member of the team would respond. Replies to questions were not generic holding replies. When I asked a question, I knew I could place absolute faith in the advice provided.’

‘Stephen Clifford is without question a superb solicitor and credit to the profession. Stephen knew my case inside out and I always felt as though my case was the most important matter he was dealing with. Stephen was always calm and reassuring. No issue was too small for Stephen to deal with.’

‘Andy Lee remains one of the best solicitors in this area I have ever worked with. He is diligent, committed, hardworking, thorough and has an excellent manner with clients both professional and lay.’

‘I found the team highly professional and capable in all dealings. They were hard working, frequently communicating to ensure all matters were dealt with. When a key figure was absent for a few days their colleague picked up the matter seamlessly and continued to provide the same level of support as their colleague.’

‘My view is that there is a culture of professionalism and performance within this team. Moreover, they were pleasant and easy to deal with – they put me at my ease and formed a good working relationship. They quickly became a very much trusted part of my wider team.’

‘The key lead on this project was great to work with. I found her very relatable and was always willing to take a call or advise me on matters. She had an engaging personality and sense of humour that made a gruelling and, at times, stressful process easier to cope with.’

‘An excellent multi-disciplinary team offering a full range of services.’

‘Sam Harkness is an obvious choice for all Hunting Act cases. He knows the field intimately, he has jumped the biggest fences in the worst of conditions, and he shows consistent bravery and nous.’

‘Clarke Willmott truly care about their clients. They manage all aspects of the case closely and effectively, ensuring that clients understand and are understood. They are proactive in protecting their clients’ interests.’

‘Sam Harkness and Bridget Sanger both work tirelessly in their pursuit of clients’ interests.’

‘Proactive and diligent. Flexible and practical approach. Realistic advice. Excellent preparation.’

‘Bridget Sanger: She provides sound advice and keeps a cool head to navigate tricky problems. A wise and reassuring presence. Sam Harkness: He is a star in the making. He is a tenacious and creative practitioner who has a strong grasp of regulatory law.’

‘The team at Clarke Willmott LLP are experts in the field. Bridget Sanger leads the team. Having previously worked with her, I know that her attention to detail is superb. This extends to her written work, and also legal research. Ensuring she gives the best possible advice; no stone goes unturned! Bridget gives excellent client care; her approach with clients is fantastic, always being able to build a rapport with clients from different backgrounds.’

‘Sam Harkness is very responsive and always tenacious.’