‘The AG team are practical and good at “seeing the wood for the trees”. Their work is consistently to a high standard, and they have helped us navigate delicate legal issues on multiple projects. They have a range of skills and experience, from ex Magic circle partners to agricultural tenancy experts which means that a team of appropriate breadth can be assembled for most of our engagements.’

‘Richard Goodfellow is an experienced and well-respected team head. As well as his legal work, he has a broad range of client relationships which gives him a wide ranging view on the sector and its developments.’

‘The team was competent with sufficient depth to include subject matter experts of specific aspects of the project such as regulated procurement.’

‘Overall the team is competent. The team listened to our requirements and challenged where appropriate.’

‘In this case the team supported us in the complete unwind of our UK agency portfolio. The team structure incorporated various fields of expertise creating a robust working environment. The dedication and cooperation within the team resulted in an optimal working template usable for all projects. The needed small tweaks per project were picked up quickly allowing us to focus on the relational side of the unwind. All in all, the team was instrumental for the thorough approach we envisaged.’

‘Paul Dight, Partner – Paul was very much hands on during the whole process. Despite his vast experience in this field he remained open for suggestions from both his colleagues and the client. He managed the process very well and saw it through to the end. Paul effectively always available for questions and discussions creating a smooth process.’

‘The team’s willingness to consider and put in place ‘non-standard’ pricing models to accommodate the fluid nature of the work, and to transition between team members when they get swapped out for good reason without creating upheaval in the project.’

‘Lead Partner, Richard Goodfellow’s hands-on, but not unduly heavy in every aspect of the project, and his willingness to openly discuss social issues arising in wider society not necessarily related to the chargeable work.’

‘Natasha is an absolute star, very quick in grasping the needs of a client and is the main player in the team.’

‘James Wood-Robertson – It’s great to have a lawyer that not only understands the commercial details of projects but really understands how he can help to get deals and projects completed. The commentary and understanding that details out the legal input really makes a difference in reducing time spent in negotiation etc.’

‘I am always delighted to learn that Ben Sheppard will be on a deal. I have now worked with him on two deals and every time I find him to be extremely professional, courteous and a pleasure to deal with. He also approaches issues on a collaborative basis and builds strong relationships will all involved in a deal.’

‘Ben really comes in to his own when his clients need to be inventive and think outside the box to find a solution to a commercial issue. He supports and helps them to find that solution using gentle persuasion which is appreciated by all round the table.’

‘The team have a strong focus on delivery, which is greatly appreciated when we have tight deadlines. They also take the time to understand our requirements and take a flexible approach when trying to meet them.’

‘The individuals we have worked with consistently have a “can do” attitude with a strong client focus. This gives us confidence that we can rely on them when required.’

‘The Andrew Jackson team are personable, contactable, knowledgeable, reliable and professional. We have enjoyed working with them and consider them a long term business partner rather than just a firm of solicitors. We would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.’

‘I have been working directly with a senior partner, Philip Ashworth who has been very professional and has a good in depth understanding of the renewable energy sector, which has been crucial.’

‘Easy to work with, honest, open and patient.’

‘Philip Ashworth did a great job for us on an acquisition, I felt we were always on top of the negotiations and stayed one step ahead which resulted in a great deal for us.’

‘The breadth of knowledge and the flexibility of the team to adapt to the varying requirements of our business is excellent, in respect of both legal advice and in supporting our in house team with training and development.’

‘Great team, very organised and adaptable. Works well with clients.’

‘Judith Hopper is very much into the detail, with a reassuring manner.’

‘Fantastic, very well resourced and knowledgeable team, with excellent client management. An absolute pleasure to work with.’

‘Judith Hopper is outstanding – very thorough, knowledgeable and calm in the eye of the storm.’

‘We have worked with Christian Hellmund for a number of years. His attention to detail, pragmatic approach and thinking “outside the box” attitude means that we trust him implicitly to act on our behalf. It really is a pleasure to work with Christian.’

‘We had a great collaboration on an energy asset purchase transaction, Clarion arranged a team that covered all relevant aspects of the transaction as well as organized completion of the transaction in a timely and efficient manner. Our suggestions and concerns around the transaction were duly analysed and implemented where relevant. Project was completed in relatively short period of time.’

‘Project and team leader Christian Hellmund was able to cover all relevant aspects of the agreement package, allowing us to have centralized communication with the legal office. Christian was the right professional to work with, as he had the relevant experience in areas that were important to us.’

‘Allison Page is fantastic.’

‘Experienced in the power sector, being able to easily understand complex issues of fuel supply logistics and specifications.’

‘Karen Crutchley and Adam Hastie have both dealt with matters on our behalf. Always able to provide responses to tight timescales requested.’

‘Adam Hastie. Very responsive. Excellent industry knowledge so able to identify key issues and frame advice appropriately.’