Firm Profile > Howes Percival LLP > Norwich, England

“They are friendly, personal, professional and efficient. So many firms delegate to team members and the relationship is diluted.”

“Catherine Scott and her team are very efficient.”

“We have always benefitted from access to a senior partner to direct us to an appropriate solicitor within the organization to best deal with the particular situation. As we have always been satisfied with the advice and attention to detail, we have not found the need to look to other firms.”

“Gordon Simpson  quickly grasped the fundamental points of our claim and advised us on the best way forward to recover the majority of the monies owed. With the guidance of Howes Percival we  were able to recover the majority of the monies owed.”

“The firm has first-rate understanding of planning law and practice combined with a commercial approach and very high standards of client care.”

“Jay Mehta has high standards of client care and willingness to provide advice in a timely manner. He has excellent knowledge of planning case law and practice, which he combines with a high level of commercial understanding and professional approach.”

“A commercially astute team of leading lawyers in their field, which has a unique ability of interpreting the law, whilst understanding the commercial objectives of a project in its application.”

“The firm provides proactive and pragmatic advice when you most need it during the various stages of the planning process.”

“A critical friend, often an integral part of our project teams. The Howes Percival planning team seriously punches above its weight when compared to many other practices.”

“Paul Wootton is an outstanding lawyer in his field – approachable, pragmatic and well respected in the market place. Jay Mehta is a shining star.”

“Excellent commercial litigators who are particularly well experienced in handling large and complex government litigation in the field of insolvency.”

“They are tactically astute and very commercial in their approach. They have very good knowledge of insolvency matters seen from the perspective of the government’s Insolvency Service, private clients and Insolvency Practitioners.”

“Morris Peacock is adept at commercial litigation and is very tactically aware. He is always in tune with clients’ considerations and can adapt his approach very effectively.”

“William Shirley is an experienced commercial litigator. He is particularly skilled at drafting with a good eye for detail. He  has a very a client-focused and commercial approach.”

“Patrick Manning is a very thorough litigator who is particularly adept in director disqualifications and has excellent knowledge of the law and the particular demands of litigation in that field.”

“Excellent service. Michael Green is exceptional with his knowledge and practical experience.”

“The work of Stuart Maggs has been exceptionally impressive. He understands complex issues and can simplify matters for the lay client.”

“Stuart Maggs’ thorough knowledge of family estate matters was far above his competitors and the speed and efficiency with which he produced solutions were of the highest standard. I look forward to receiving his further guidance in the future.”

“This practice has the broad spread of skills required today to provide suitable support for problems concerning the property and probate sectors.”

“The advice given has been consistent, considered and professional over a period of almost five years, in challenging and unusual circumstances. Suitable extra expertise in other fields or counsel is sensibly utilised as required.”

“Jamie Kidd has consistently supported the Administrators for the estate with considered opinions, actions and gentle humour. We have benefited from his extensive knowledge of the the relevant law and case law and from his cautious approach to the possible criminal, devious and blocking aspects of the other party’s approach.”

“Jamie Kidd is a very sensible and effective litigator. He never loses sight of the client’s objectives and has a great record of securing successful outcomes, often without the need to go to trial.”

“Bill Trow is bright, efficient and pleasant to work with.”

“Excellent communication and knowledge and high-level diligence.”

“Charlotte Maclean is fantastic to work with and provides excellent support.”

“Joanna Nicholls is always diligent and her knowledge of commercial transactions is unrivalled.”

‘They manage that hard-to-achieve balance between knowledge and approachability, and seem to do so effortlessly. I honestly cannot think of another firm that litigates this well and this consistently and certainly not that does so at such reasonable rates.’

‘Michael Green, because he sits as a Deputy Judge, has an unparalleled understanding of how the judicial mind operates and what will and won’t work before a Judge.’

‘Victoria Sandell is a real star who I would use if I needed legal representation. She offers clients Magic Circle representation at a fraction of the price and her bedside manner with clients is outstanding.’

‘Leon Head is a very strong candidate who will undoubtedly be going places very quickly. All in all, the Cambridge branch of HP has an outstanding insolvency team.’

‘Excellent instructions to counsel, close partner involvement and attention with pragmatic and commercial advice and total commitment to the client’s case and commercial objectives.’

‘Michael Green is an excellent, assured and experienced litigator with a thoroughly commercial approach and very sound instincts and advice.’

‘Victoria Sandell, is a highly capable, confident and very hardworking case manager. They are a real pleasure to work with as counsel.’

‘Victoria Sandell’s clients loved her and really appreciated her commitment to the cause. The case was very far from straightforward, and she proved equal to the various and varied challenges it threw up, on the way to a successful conclusion.’

‘Victoria Sandell is just the sort of litigator you want to have on your side in the trenches during a long, drawn out war.’

“Overall, the firm has a strong team with good sector specialists. I have found them to be good and approachable.”

“Will Stokes is sensible, approachable and tends to keep us in the picture through the process.”

“Nathan Horton demonstrated excellent commercial judgement to keep transactions running smoothly and he takes the pressure off clients.”

“The most important strength that Howes Percival displayed was the time and ability to get to know our business, its shareholders and, therefore, our goals. This enabled them to align their service offering to match our desires implicitly.”

“All of the Howes Percival team that worked on our share sale, but specifically Nathan Horton, took the time to ensure that we fully understood all of the processes and documentation that was in place.”

“They absolutely understood that we were not from a legal background and as such communicated in ways that made the whole transaction as painless as they could for us.”

“The team at Howes Percival is knowledgeable and responsive.”

“Their ability to deliver timely advice and pragmatic solutions, combined with an eagerness to support our business is very much appreciated.”

“Our main contact has a very common-sense approach and is very knowledgeable from a legal perspective but also with our business and history in mind. A very responsive individual who will ensure practical advice is provided with the business’ aim in mind.”

“The team at Howes Percival LLP is a small, focused operation that possesses a wide knowledge of our property portfolio and is able to handle every kind of instruction that is passed to them.”

“The individuals take an interest in what they do and see the wider context in which the tasks sit and are therefore able to provide detailed and relevant advice in all situations.”

“We appreciate the depth and breadth of Steven Beach’s knowledge of the law associated with the property sector as well as his specific knowledge of our property portfolio. His ability to provide concise and succinct advice is a particular quality that we have appreciated.”

‘The team is approachable and responsive.’

‘Amy Walpole and Laura Clay-Harris are both strong in communication and respond to emails promptly.’

‘Approachable, determined and knowledgeable, they want to achieve best possible outcomes.’

‘Amy Walpole’s standout quality was her determination to achieve a fair result for her client even when difficult problems were obstructing progress. She persisted even when I felt like giving in to demands made by the other side. She gave me the confidence to carry on and achieve a good outcome.’