‘A niche property practise. All of their lawyers have many years’ experience but given how they operate, clients get the benefit of very experienced lawyers but at great value for money. They seem to have established their firm with client satisfaction at front and centre. They know their own strengths and have created a structure which plays to them absolutely. Their whole structure is innovative which leaves lawyers free to provide legal advice supported by a talented and able team which further strengthens their value offering. They really care about their clients.’

‘They live and breathe their own business and that of their clients. Their knowledge in particular of the public sector, is exemplary. Their overall approach is refreshingly straightforward and open. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘The firm only recruits experienced lawyers from leading law firms. This translates to very high quality work and service. They have excellent commercial nous ensuring the legal advice is tailored to the unique needs of each client. In terms of innovation, the firm’s business model is unique for the legal industry. I am also impressed by their diversity. They have a higher percentage of female partners than the industry average for firms of their calibre.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is very proactive and commercially minded in her advice. She really understands the fine detail with legal work associated with property development and is very collaborative to work with. She understands the client needs very well and is an invaluable team member on any commercial/development deal.’

‘They have strong knowledge and awareness of real estate work, in particular in the public sector, where they understand some of the challenges of a public body in a commercial environment. I would recommend them to any public body undertaking commercial property projects of any size.’

‘Attention to detail, good humour and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve the desired outcome.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is an exceptional lawyer. She combines an excellent technical knowledge with commercial acumen which results in advice that is spot on for our needs.’

‘DJB are the best external lawyers I have dealt with. Their knowledge and client care are second to none.’

‘They have insight into public sector work which is beyond what I have enjoyed elsewhere. They make a selling point of their outside London location and relatvely  lower prices – this seems to have been matched in tenders submitted to this authority. ‘

‘Clear billing, and they stick well to tenders and demonstrate excellent fee management, giving early warnings if unanticipated matters are likely to affect base fee amount.’

‘It’s their common-sense approach that I find most appealing and the ability to advise / recommend the best course of action without a monologue.’

‘The practice offers a good and efficient service, and has dealt with any instructions in an efficient manner.’

‘You are guaranteed to get a solicitor with experience dealing with the types of property matters required’

‘DJB’s Manchester office is small but punches well above its weight.’

‘Tony Fitzmaurice stands out.’

‘Madeleine Davitt is the doyenne of lawyers in terms of client care.’

‘A highly experienced team offering a real breadth of experience over all real estate matters. All the solicitors have substantial post qualification experience which always shows in the quality of advice provided. All willing to work collaboratively if necessary to ensure the right outcome for the client.’

‘Richard Holmes is efficient, responsive and always available to chat things through. ’

‘A niche property practise. All of their lawyers have many years’ experience but given how they operate, clients get the benefit of very experienced lawyers but at great value for money. They seem to have established their firm with client satisfaction at front and centre. They know their own strengths and have created a structure which plays to them absolutely. Their whole structure is innovative which leaves lawyers free to provide legal advice supported by a talented and able team which further strengthens their value offering. They really care about their clients.’

‘They live and breathe their own business and that of their clients. Their knowledge in particular of the public sector, is exemplary. Their overall approach is refreshingly straightforward and open. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘The firm only recruits experienced lawyers from leading law firms. This translates to very high quality work and service. They have excellent commercial nous ensuring the legal advice is tailored to the unique needs of each client. In terms of innovation, the firm’s business model is unique for the legal industry. I am also impressed by their diversity. They have a higher percentage of female partners than the industry average for firms of their calibre.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is very proactive and commercially minded in her advice. She really understands the fine detail with legal work associated with property development and is very collaborative to work with. She understands the client needs very well and is an invaluable team member on any commercial/development deal.’

‘They have strong knowledge and awareness of real estate work, in particular in the public sector, where they understand some of the challenges of a public body in a commercial environment. I would recommend them to any public body undertaking commercial property projects of any size.’

‘Attention to detail, good humour and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve the desired outcome.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is an exceptional lawyer. She combines an excellent technical knowledge with commercial acumen which results in advice that is spot on for our needs.’

‘DJB are the best external lawyers I have dealt with. Their knowledge and client care are second to none.’

‘DJB has always been successful by having a small-firm mentality whilst also bringing a blue-chip level of service.‘

‘They are superb at managing big projects, especially driven by the public sector.‘

‘True property/planning litigation experts that you seldom find in large firms.‘

‘Jonathan Warner-Reed is a very experienced property litigator with an excellent rapport with clients.‘

‘A niche property practise. All of their lawyers have many years’ experience but given how they operate, clients get the benefit of very experienced lawyers but at great value for money. They seem to have established their firm with client satisfaction at front and centre. They know their own strengths and have created a structure which plays to them absolutely. Their whole structure is innovative which leaves lawyers free to provide legal advice supported by a talented and able team which further strengthens their value offering. They really care about their clients.’

‘They live and breathe their own business and that of their clients. Their knowledge in particular of the public sector, is exemplary. Their overall approach is refreshingly straightforward and open. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘The firm only recruits experienced lawyers from leading law firms. This translates to very high quality work and service. They have excellent commercial nous ensuring the legal advice is tailored to the unique needs of each client. In terms of innovation, the firm’s business model is unique for the legal industry. I am also impressed by their diversity. They have a higher percentage of female partners than the industry average for firms of their calibre.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is very proactive and commercially minded in her advice. She really understands the fine detail with legal work associated with property development and is very collaborative to work with. She understands the client needs very well and is an invaluable team member on any commercial/development deal.’

‘They have strong knowledge and awareness of real estate work, in particular in the public sector, where they understand some of the challenges of a public body in a commercial environment. I would recommend them to any public body undertaking commercial property projects of any size.’

‘Attention to detail, good humour and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve the desired outcome.’

‘Melanie Greer-Walker is an exceptional lawyer. She combines an excellent technical knowledge with commercial acumen which results in advice that is spot on for our needs.’

‘DJB are the best external lawyers I have dealt with. Their knowledge and client care are second to none.’

‘DJB are the best external lawyers I have dealt with. Their knowledge and client care is second to none.’

‘Attention to detail, good humour and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve the desired outcome.’