‘CRS has a strong team of competent and commercial lawyers. The individuals that I have worked with are highly responsive and go over an above to ensure that tight deadlines are met.’

‘A stand-out partner for me is Naomi Nettleton, she is approachable, tenacious, always there for her clients and goes above and beyond to get deals done whilst ensuring that the deal always works for us as clients.’

‘Outstanding high-level service.’

‘The Charles Russell Speechlys team are unique in the sense that they adjust their working practice to suit the client.’

‘It’s the personal touches, and the unique way that CRS adapts to our needs, rather than the other way round, that keeps us coming back for more.’

‘Attention to detail is second to none.’

‘They deliver a problem-solving approach.’

‘Excellent legal knowledge delivered in a friendly, down to earth manner.’

‘A strong team who are commercial and offer pragmatic advice.’

‘Philip Brown offers excellent advice and works to commercial timescales. Nicola Seager always provides excellent, pragmatic and good value professional advice. Caroline Waller is a most experienced planning lawyer who is both intelligent and commercial – always offering excellent advice.’

‘I never feel like I am a client amongst many, I feel important. Everyone I deal with at HCR has a good knowledge of my business and a keen interest and as a result can offer me the right advice. Their client-focused attitude is refreshing. They feel like an extension to my business.’

‘We have used HCR for a number of years and have been completely satisfied by the services provided.’

‘We have been particularly impressed with Emme Raynsford who has acted for us on a number of occasions, we have been delighted by the level of service provided and very especially her keeping us informed of progress at all times.’

‘Goughs provides an equally high level of service regardless of the scale of the job and the fee attached to it. They are a multi-disciplinary practice where the individual specialists communicate well between departments.’

‘The property team is very responsive and efficient. They are also very nice people to deal with!’

‘Andrew Given is the partner in charge of the development team and has a very professional approach to his work, as well as being friendly and approachable. The sense of a cohesive team under his leadership is palpable.’

‘The team are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They are well respected locally.’

‘Andrew Given and Gemma Sumsion both have a fantastic depth of experience. They are also both personable and approachable to their clients. Their values shine through the rest of their team, and everyone we have worked with has upheld the same principles and have been enjoyable to work with.’

‘Andrew Given is an excellent solicitor with an in-depth knowledge of land and development transactions. He is used by developers and private individuals alike.’

‘I have found Andrew Given to be uniquely commercial in his approach to development land sales insofar as he is aware of the financial and practical implications of a particular deal structure, beyond just the legal implications, and how this will impact a client.’

‘The commercial property team at Porter Dodson provide clear, no-nonsense advice in a manner crafted to the needs of the clients.’

‘Whatever issue we’ve needed dealing with has been handled efficiently and professionally by both Gemma Lindegaard or a colleague of hers best suited to a particular issue.’

‘We work closely with Gemma Lindegaard for most of our property related dealings, and always find her extremely approachable, knowledgeable and thorough.’

‘Steve Farnham is excellent, always available but quietly gets on with matters unless he has a genuine query. He always contemplates whether there is a more straightforward way of accomplishing the matter in hand.’

‘Louise Sanders and Victoria Walker are highly skilled practical lawyers giving a wide range of advice , bringing in help when needed on specialist matters , but always keeping the client at the fore of their thoughts.’

‘Well rounded multi-disciplinary firm, wide range of skills and efficient at getting work done.’

‘The team are not only knowledgeable but also very client-centric and easy to work with. Where issues arise they take a practical approach to resolve these, in a way that works for both the client and third parties.’

‘Victoria Walker is my principle contact and personally delivers all of the above, in a style which promotes collaboration and efficiency.’

‘Very comprehensive all-round professional coverage, combined with approachable and knowledgeable staff.’

‘Joanne Burton was excellent in her considered advice, balancing wider strategy against specific points. She was vital in getting a complex legal situation resolved.’

‘Hugh Pearce is extremely helpful and supportive, looking for the best value for the client. The support from partners in other departments is offered on a timely basis to provide support when required.’

‘Over our years of engagement with the team, from inception to completion of required legal assistance on individual projects, my experience of the team has been very positive: precise, insightful and competent in often very complex cases, dealing not only with presenting issues but also with implications in broader contexts.’

‘Team members that we have worked with have been thorough with an eye not only to completion but even to perfection. At each stage of legal processes, it is reassuring to know that we are in competent, well-trained and experienced hands. Hugh Pearce has been particularly valued in this respect.’

‘All staff/partners that we deal with are accessible and responsive. They are all team players who interact well with clients and their other advisors – there is no game playing/ point scoring that you sometimes experience.’

‘Stone King seem to be able to deal with all different types of issues that we throw their way without any problem.’

‘Very professional and provide sound advice which we have full confidence in. Always quick to acknowledge and come back whenever.’

‘Attention to detail and view things commercially. Dealt with some very complex transactions with tight deadlines efficiently and quickly but without compromising on detail.’

‘Laura Ingram Hill –  Always reliable, eye for detail, easy to get on with and clients like skill set.’

‘Top people. Good to deal with. Timely advice.’

‘Good advice, reasonable cost, quick.’