Anna Phillips > Foot Anstey > Exeter, England > Lawyer Profile

Beyond its capabilities in commercial and employment work, Foot Anstey is well versed in both legacy matters and complex contentious probate issues, which it regularly deals with. The team is headed up by Lucy Gill, ‘an ambitious and creative lawyer‘ who charities turn to for her expertise across all aspects of legacy income. Emma Facey is noted for her work on complex issues regarding wills and trusts disputes, while other key figures include Anna Phillips, who draws high praise for her ‘searing intellect and precision’ in matters.

Counting multinational retailers and media companies among its client roster, the team at Foot Anstey offers an active and broad-based contentious property practice that encompasses commercial, agricultural and residential litigation. The Bristol-based team is headed up by Patrick Wetherall, whose ‘excellent commercial instincts‘ have been honed in numerous visits to the Court of Appeal, High Court trials, and arbitrations. Anna Phillips handles a range of contentious work relating to properties belonging to charities and social enterprises. Stephanie Kingdon has significant experience of working with councils, while ‘superstar’ Rachel Small is a key contact for developer and utilities clients. David Benjamin departed in August 2023 to join Estate Legal.