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Boodle Hatfield LLP Offices
240 BLACKFRIARS ROAD
LONDON
SE1 8NW
England
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Boodle Hatfield LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
Agriculture and estates Tier 1
Through its offices in London and Oxford, Boodle Hatfield LLP is skilled at handling large-scale rural conveyancing and acts for some of the biggest estates in the country. The team under the leadership of Saskia Arthur and Andrea Zavos acts for over 80 landed estates and regularly assists wealthy individuals investing in landed estates, country houses and farms. In addition, the group frequently acts as trustee for a number of key estates. The practice is continuing to develop an excellent reputation for its work with young entrepreneurial heirs and owners of landed estates who are setting up new business ventures, and is known for its advice on art collections, wine, renewable energy and intensive farming projects. It has also received an increasing number of instructions on inheritance tax issues, as well as advising major estates on tax mitigation and the management of significant capital tax charges. Other names to note include Sue Laing and Fiona Graham.
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‘The team always provides pragmatic and clear advice with a commercial focus. The response time is always exceptional and the lawyers all make complex transactions straightforward‘
‘Saskia Arthur provides clear, definitive advice to clients, identifying issues and finding solutions. She is always available to ensure that transactions take place as smoothly and efficiently as possible‘
‘The team at Boodle Hatfield fully understands the nuances of agricultural and rural estate property, which is vital in advising clients and enabling transactions to take place. There are fewer firms now who have this capability and Boodle Hatfield stands out as one’
Art and cultural property Tier 1
Boodle Hatfield LLP has a broad arts practice with a strong reputation. It advises numerous wealthy clients and various major landed estates with valuable art collections, and is also known for its strength in art litigation matters. In addition, the team acts for galleries, artists and auction houses. Simon Fitzpatrick heads the department and is known for his specialist knowledge of art law and litigation; he frequently deals with cases involving auction house misattribution, authenticity and provenance claims. Natasha Hassall handles long-term estate planning matters and advises on both onshore and offshore trusts, tax planning issues and wills. She is experienced at dealing with large landed estates and is particularly adept at advising on heritage property issues around substantial art collections. 'Passionate and knowledgeable' senior associate Becky Shaw is also noted.
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‘Boodle Hatfield’s specialist art law practice is market-leading. The team has a wealth of experience advising artists, collectors, auction houses and museums. It could not have a better leader than Simon Fitzpatrick, who is calm and knowledgeable, and in Rebecca Foden and Becky Shaw it has two standout practitioners‘
‘This team is spot on regarding its industry knowledge and has a wealth of experience in this field of law, which make the firm a go-to address for art law. Its art law blog is a sign of its thought leadership‘
‘Simon Fitzpatrick stands out particularly for his pragmatic approach and extensive expertise. Rebecca Foden is sharp on details, strategic and dedicated, which makes her an asset on a case‘
‘Simon Fitzpatrick and Fred Clark have an excellent art market network and understand the legal requirements associated with the specific areas’
‘The team is highly professional, with a wide range of expertise, applied in a responsive and assertive manner. Simon Fitzpatrick is always analytical and perceptive, understanding issues from more than just a narrow legal perspective, recognising that behaviour and emotion must also be taken into account when devising a strategy for dealing with what are usually complex matters‘
‘Simon Fitzpatrick is a very strong head of department’
‘The practice has great private clients and for a small firm punches above its weight. For art litigation, Simon Fitzpatrick is sharp but approachable and well supported by Becky Shaw and Rebecca Foden. You would want them on your side ‘
‘Becky Shaw is very passionate and knowledgeable about art and has an excellent manner with clients. Fred Clark is a tenacious and ambitious lawyer who is bound to go far‘
Contentious trusts and probate Tier 1
Under the leadership of Andrea Zavos, the team at Boodle Hatfield LLP has a strong reputation for resolving disputes and managing complex litigation for individuals and families; ‘it appears in almost all the big cases and rightly so, as it has the depth of expertise and some very talented lawyers’. It is also recommended for its considerable expertise in advising on multi-jurisdictional tax, asset protection trusts, family businesses and governance issues, as well as on succession matters. In addition, the team acts for a range of major trust companies. Other key contacts include Simon Rylatt, who is highly regarded for his work on both domestic and international trusts and estates disputes, and Mark Lindley, who is a known name for his work on disputes involving some of the largest estates and trust funds.
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‘The team manages to provide a first-class service and is a pleasure to work with. The practice brings heavyweight lawyers to any case and has huge experience in dealing with the biggest trust and estate disputes in the UK. Alongside that profile, it also manages to deliver a bespoke client service and a personal touch, which clients really appreciate‘
‘Andrea Zavos is an outstanding lawyer. Not only does she have enormous experience and expertise in this area but she never loses sight of her clients’ objectives. She is extremely tough and stands up to her opponents without ever falling out with them and that is not to be underestimated.’
‘Mark Lindley is outstandingly clever with a real passion for this area of law. He is extremely sensible and pragmatic and holds his ground while never being unduly aggressive‘
‘Andrea Zavos is a super star who has had an extraordinarily good year‘
‘Andrea Zavos and Simon Ryland do everything to avoid litigation and come up with a sensible solution to try to find the way out of conflict. Mark Lindley is also an excellent litigator who is a very nice guy, very sharp and very smart‘
‘A dynamic team that does a wide range of work. Mark Lindley is extremely bright and driven and prepared to go the extra mile for his clients. James Woods-Davison is a rising star in the department‘
‘Mark Lindley is extremely bright, thorough and responsive‘
‘Mark Lindley is one of the brightest young partners in the London market in this field. He is unflappable and knowledgeable in equal measure‘
‘Simon Rylatt and Mark Lindley both have extremely sharp minds and stand out for their excellent legal expertise and experience in cross-border trust and estate disputes. Their advice is incredibly clear‘
M&A: smaller deals, up to £50m Tier 1
Boodle Hatfield LLP is best known for its work with private capital; a core part of its client list is made up of high-net-worth individuals, family offices, entrepreneurs and fund syndicates of ultra-high-net-orth investors. Several members of the practice sit on the firm's dedicated cross-departmental entrepreneurs team which acts for a large number of businesses across sectors. International work continues to feature heavily, particularly across Europe, the USA and Middle East. Nigel Stone has stepped down as head of the practice while remaining a partner at the firm; he has been succeeded by Richard Beavan who has extensive experience of M&A, venture capital and private equity, public company listings and fundraisings. Rahul Thakrar advises entrepreneurs and businesses on a variety of corporate matters including equity raises, joint ventures and mergers and acquisitions.
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‘Collegiate and commercially minded team. Key strength is their strong finance background and understanding which means they can understand client needs. Nimble team who are quick to think and act.‘
‘Rahul Thakrar is very commercially minded and explains and communicates with clients very clearly and comprehensively which is greatly appreciated.‘
‘Rahul Thakrar is our key contact. An extremely talented lawyer with a great eye for detail. We involve Rahul in all aspects of our transactions so that he can provide us with advice across the piece.‘
‘Pragmatic and reasonably priced compared to the bigger firms.‘
‘Jane Ireland is the partner we deal with – she has a common sense, no-nonsense approach which is most refreshing.‘
Key clients
Sleepeezee
GoJumpin Limited
Flemyn LLP
ASK Partners Limited
Falco Capital
Residential property Tier 1
Boodle Hatfield LLP’s first-class residential property team takes a ‘personal approach’ in its work for a mix of UK and international high-net-worth clients on the sales and acquisitions of prime central London property as well as high value country houses, farms and estates. The firm also expertly handles related issues such as enfranchisement, refurbishment and residential development. Shaima Jillood leads the Middle East team, which includes specialist Arabic speaking lawyers focusing on overseas clients investing in the UK. Practice head Saskia Arthur advises on all areas of property law and collaborates effectively with the firm’s tax, private client, corporate and construction teams to provide a comprehensive offering to clients.Practice head(s):
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‘I am impressed by their personal approach; the honest, long-term advice and the speed that they come back to me. Reem Al–Jumaily is fantastic and is an asset to the firm. I applaud the diversity and the amount of women working in the firm.’
‘Reem Al–Jumaily is one of the best lawyers I have worked with in over 20 years. I have referred so many clients to her who have also been blown away by her professionalism and determination. She is a testament to the firm.’
Key clients
Grosvenor
Personal tax, trusts and probate Tier 2
Boodle Hatfield LLP specialises in advising on complex international wealth structuring for business and private assets and is renowned for its experience in acting for some of the largest family-owned businesses and family offices in the UK and internationally. The team regularly advises entrepreneurs and it also has a long history of acting for some of the largest landed estates. In addition, the team is well equipped to advise on philanthropy. Significant recent mandates for the cross-practice group including advising on structuring a notable private car collection and implementing charter arrangements for yachts and aircraft. Team head Andrea Zavos is well regarded. Matthew Bennett recently joined the team from Fladgate LLP.
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‘The team consistently over-performs, mainly by continually thinking of both the primary aims of the work that it is undertaking and also the most efficient manner to achieve these goals‘
‘Simon Rylatt is a joy to work with. He is unusually responsive for such a busy practitioner. He is very technically adept and at the same time emphasises common sense and practicality in his advice‘
‘Simon Rylatt excels at taking complex technical advice and distilling it into client communications that can be understood by non-technical team members and clients‘
‘Salpy Kouyoumjian and Hayden Bailey are excellent practitioners‘
‘Salpy fights her clients’ corner and finds creative solutions‘
‘Hayden Bailey is a first-class lawyer who has broad expertise and a sharp eye for detail. He has a breadth of knowledge outside his standard specialism that helps him counsel his clients on the different paths that they will need to navigate’
‘Salpy Kouyoumjian is very professional, yet friendly. She has a huge wealth of knowledge and an excellent sense of humour as well. I love working with her‘
‘Matthew Bennett is a great addition‘
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Grosvenor
Bedford Estate
Wates
Commercial property: development Tier 3
Boodle Hatfield LLP has a strong focus on work for private capital-backed entities, including family offices, private funds and high-net-worth individuals. The team places a heavy degree of emphasis on mixed-use developments and investments in addition to residential projects. Led by Simon Williams, who is a specialist in the retail, leisure and hotel sectors, the team is also active in terms of handling lettings, disposals and acquisitions pertaining to major portfolios, working in collaboration with the firm’s real estate litigation, construction and finance teams. Another standout name is Caroline King; she is particularly highly rated for major urban regeneration schemes and joint venture work.
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‘They are efficient, clear-thinking and provide practical solutions to problems. Always responsive and inspire confidence.’
‘Andrew Wilmot-Smith always comes up with a solution. I never worry about whether he has missed something.’
‘The prestige of their name continues to be deserved as the service is always attentive.’
‘Their advice is always well grounded and easily understood.’
‘Dennis Ko particularly provides a personal service and understanding of our business needs.’
‘Dennis Ko works hard to ensure that once agreed a sale progresses.’
Key clients
Grosvenor
Marriott International
IBM UK Pensions Trust Ltd
Bedford Estates
Black Pearl Limited
Berry Brothers & Rudd
Harcourt Investment Limited
Commercial property: investment Tier 3
Boodle Hatfield LLP has a strong focus on work for private capital-backed entities, including family offices, private funds and high-net-worth individuals. The team places a heavy degree of emphasis on mixed-use developments and investments in addition to residential projects. Led by Simon Williams, who is a specialist in the retail, leisure and hotel sectors, the team is also active in terms of handling lettings, disposals and acquisitions pertaining to major portfolios, working in collaboration with the firm’s real estate litigation, construction and finance teams. Another standout name is Caroline King; she is particularly highly rated for major urban regeneration schemes and joint venture work.
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‘They are efficient, clear-thinking and provide practical solutions to problems. Always responsive and inspire confidence.’
‘Andrew Wilmot-Smith always comes up with a solution. I never worry about whether he has missed something.’
‘The prestige of their name continues to be deserved as the service is always attentive.’
‘Their advice is always well grounded and easily understood.’
‘Dennis Ko particularly provides a personal service and understanding of our business needs.’
‘Dennis Ko works hard to ensure that once agreed a sale progresses.’
Key clients
Grosvenor
Marriott International
IBM UK Pensions Trust Ltd
Bedford Estates
Black Pearl Limited
Berry Brothers & Rudd
Harcourt Investment Limited
Family Tier 3
Boodle Hatfield LLP handles a variety of high-level instructions which frequently involve complex multi-jurisdictional issues. It acts for high–profile national and international clients with significant family businesses and various properties around the world, such as luxury assets and large art collections. In addition, it advises on a range of complicated cross-border children disputes, as well as handles cases relating to mental health issues and child abduction disputes. Other strengths lie in pre and post-nuptial agreements. James Ferguson leads the 'expert' team, which includes the 'outstanding' Emily Brand, in addition to Harriet Errington and Katie O’Callaghan, who were promoted to the partnership in May 2020.
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‘This team has real ability with James Ferguson and Emily Brand. They are both excellent lawyers and provide first-rate client care. Emily Brand is highly intelligent, tenacious, excellent with clients and gets great results‘
‘Boodle Hatfield offers an expert team specialising in complex and high-net-worth matrimonial finance cases. From associate to partner, all members of the team are experts in their field. Although the team is small, the expertise is large. Client care is exceptional and the team fight hard to secure the best possible results for their clients‘
‘James Ferguson is a superb strategist – someone you would not want to play chess against’
‘Boodle Hatfield is a well-regarded, long-established firm that remains a go-to for family law. Emily Brand is an outstanding family lawyer, with enormous drive and insight‘
‘James Ferguson brings great authority to the team he heads. The very talented Harriet Errington and the incredibly smart Katie O’Callaghan fully deserve their recent elevation to partnership‘
‘Great client focus and real commitment to achieving outstanding results. Emily Brand shows utter dedication and charm. She will leave no stone unturned in advancing clients’ interests. Katie O’Callaghan and Harriet Errington offer pragmatic advice and support‘
‘Katie O’Callaghan combines an extraordinary eye for detail with an expansive memory. You can ask her anything about any case and she has the answer at her fingertips‘
‘The lawyers are amazing – hardworking, clever, thoughtful and competent. They are always there when I need and are understanding. I trust them, I listen to and respect their opinion and I know they are on my side and doing their best to look after me‘
Property litigation Tier 3
Boodle Hatfield LLP acts for landlords, tenants, freeholders, developers and high-net-worth clients. It has a strong capability in matters such as leasehold enfranchisement, access and restrictive covenant disputes, business lease renewal claims, and commercial and residential tenancy disputes. Also notable is that the group advises clients on arrears, service charges and disputes pertaining to leases of storage and parking spaces, as well as costs and damages claims arising from refurbishments. Team head Colin Young handles a broad spectrum of property litigation.
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‘A good commercial and residential property litigation team with a breadth of experience and very solid knowledge of the West End property market.
Kellie Jones – recently appointed to partner. Good analytical skills and a tactical approach to litigation.’
‘They’re really on the ball, and great at giving sensible, practical advice to clients in a form which enables them to understand the implications of their decisions properly.‘
‘Very practical, realistic and pragmatic advice with clear commercial reality.’.
‘Kellie Jones and Colin Young form a small but very effective team
Kellie and Colin are both experienced wise and efficient. They are particularly excellent in respect of residential property and leasehold enfranchisement.’
‘The team works seamlessly together and clearly get on well – you have a real sense of dealing with a team, rather than individuals who cover for each other as needed but aren’t particularly clued in on what’s going on.’
‘Superb breadth of experience; always a pleasure to work with. Peerless in their field.’
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Grosvenor
Bedford Estates
IBM UK Pension Fund
Commercial litigation: mid-market Tier 4
Boodle Hatfield LLP's 'very practical and commercial practice' has a strong reputation for arts law-related disputes. Recent highlights also include a cross-border liquidation; an insurance dispute; breach of contract issues; and alleged breach of fiduciary duty. In addition to his art law disputes expertise, Simon Fitzpatrick acts in commercial litigation for HNW individuals and privately-owned companies. Recently promoted partner Kellie Jones represents HNW individuals from the Middle East, particularly in relation to joint venture-related disputes.
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The practice is very practical and commercial in its approach. The team listen, understand and advise at the key moments to make a practical difference. The team also don’t spend huge amounts of time explaining the possible outcomes but focus on the outcome I would like.
They listen well; really listen to what the objectives are. They evaluate the issue from alternate angles and make recommendations. They will also challenge as appropriate which makes them more than just a processing team. They are open to new ideas and approaches and hugely respect the cultural differences across the globe.
The two stand out individuals are Sarah Latham and Simon Fitzpatrick. Two truly exceptional legal professionals.
Good communication, accessible, professional.
Good commercial sense, quick to understand issues, responsive.
The team were fantastically professional, completely understood the nature of the dispute and gave us excellent advice on the strategy to resolve, and we eventually reached a satisfactory conclusion.
I was impressed with the whole team, Rebecca Foden was a pleasure to work with.
Highly competent and efficient, responsive and pragmatic
Great team work with proper back up, very clear vision and a personal touch.
Excellent sectoral knowledge and close attention to detail and client needs.
Simon Fitzpatrick and Sarah Latham: extraordinary commitment to the client’s cause.
Key clients
Chiltern Farm Chemicals Limited
Charities and not-for-profit Tier 5
Boodle Hatfield LLP has been active advising on new charitable initiatives both for existing charities and for high-net-worth individuals. Work for corporate clients and family offices included advising on structuring their philanthropic activities, establishing new charities and acting as trustees for these charities. The team led by Andrea Zavos is also increasingly busy advising on alternative not-for-profit structures. Eleanor Sepanski is known for her advice on governance issues, philanthropy and CSR matters for companies.
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‘Excellent technical knowledge and able to provide innovative solutions. Practical and always helpful. Eleanor Sepanski stands out’
Construction: non-contentious Tier 5
Boodle Hatfield LLP's offers a 'partner-led service' which acts for developers, professional consultants and landowners. The practice is helmed by John Wevill who is 'always reliable, available and responsive.' His work includes advising on the construction aspects of hotel and leisure developments.
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‘John Wevill is emotionally engaged with issues and is always reliable, available and responsive.’
‘Boodle Hatfield’s construction and property teams provide a very personable partner-led service. They are especially good working with private lay clients guiding them through the construction process and acting as the client’s eyes and ears de-risking a project at all stages.’
‘John Weevil and Oliver Johnson show great attention to detail and are also tenacious when they have to be but also pragmatic at the same time.’
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Grosvenor
Marriott International
Bedford Estate
Property finance Tier 7
Boodle Hatfield LLP primarily focuses on mid-market private capital, advising private banks and wealth managers on commercial, hotel and residential developments. Key figures from the team include practice head Adam Chamberlain, who advises on development finance, particularly in the hotel sector, and Rajeev Joshi, who joined from K&L Gates LLP and advises on residential developments.
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‘A smaller, partner-led team which I found to be very commercial, pragmatic and practical. They do very well with their property-heavy and landed estate caseload.’
‘Adam Chamberlain is outstanding. He has a very steady hand on the tiller and is utterly unflappable.’
‘Their broad experience across multiple sectors, added to their detailed knowledge and experience in real estate and property finance, makes them invaluable and unique.’
‘Adam Chamberlain has deep knowledge of his field, an accurate, broad view and experience in property and finance. He does not hesitate to spend the right time on the right matter until we have the right answers, and he has directed the process to the desired result.’
Key clients
A.S.K. Capital Partners LLP
Agriculture and estates Tier 1
The Oxford-based team at Boodle Hatfield LLP is well-regarded for its agricultural advice to heirs and owners of landed estates seeking to diversify their businesses. It has broad experience in areas such as art, renewable energy, viniculture, complex probate and intensive farming projects. Practice leader Natasha Hassell advises estates on complex tax planning and heritage property issues. Partner Fiona Graham works on private client matters, tax, and trust work for landed estates.
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Personal tax, trusts and probate: Thames Valley, Berks, Oxon, M4/M40 Tier 1
One of the leading practices in the region, Boodle Hatfield LLP demonstrates 'exemplary standards and assiduous attention to detail', advising on some of the largest landed estate, high net worth individual, luxury assets and philanthropic matters. Natasha Hassall is very experienced in dealing with landed estates, including heritage property issues. Associate Eleanor Sopanski has experience of international tax planning and philanthropy. Andrea Zavos is head of the private client & tax department and splits her time between Oxford and London. Fiona Graham retired in April 2020.
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‘I have dealt with Boodle Hatfield both as a private client and a trustee for a large landed family estate for many decades. BH have handled all matters professionally.’
‘Very good rounded private client practice with strong property and probate as well as tax. They provide individual attention not just teams of people.’
Key clients
Grosvenor
Bedford Estate
Wates
Boodle Hatfield LLP > Firm Profile
Boodle Hatfield is a full-service, commercially-focused firm with leading practices in property, private client and tax, litigation, family and corporate law.
The firm: One of the firm’s key strengths is its ability to marry together its various disciplines to serve the needs of clients in both their personal and business life. Boodle Hatfield has been advising clients since 1722 and has a rich history acting for wealthy individuals, entrepreneurs, families, property owners and businesses. The firm has a leading Middle East team and is part of an international legal network, meaning it has established and strong connections worldwide. Boodle Hatfield is based in London with offices in Bankside and Mayfair as well as a smaller office in Oxford.
Types of work undertaken
Property: the highly rated property department is involved in large urban estate transactions with associated landlord and tenant matters, hotels, retail and London-based residential and mixed-use developments and investments. It acts for developers, owners, occupiers, funders and UK-based and international corporate and private investors. Skills also include property finance and secured lending, property taxes, construction (contentious and non-contentious) and the private rented sector. It also advises private individuals on the sale and purchase of prime residential property in London and the countryside.
Private client and tax: the private client and tax department is a leader in its field, domestically and internationally, and handles tax planning for large and complex estates, private companies, entrepreneurs, family offices, high-net-worth individuals and families, trustees, executors and charities. It advises on inheritance, capital gains and income tax planning, wills and probate, domicile and residence issues, pre-immigration planning, VAT, property and corporate taxes, the creation and administration of trusts, and on trust and probate disputes.
Corporate: the corporate department focuses on mid-sized corporate clients and private capital. It acts for an international mix of private businesses (chiefly SMEs, ranging from start-ups to substantial, established organisations), smaller quoted companies, entrepreneurs, funds, corporate and private investors, and financiers and funds. It advises on mergers and acquisitions, MBOs and private equity transactions, joint ventures, banking transactions (especially property-related), listings and the issue of securities, and commercial agreements.
Litigation: the litigation department is active in a broad range of commercial disputes and has substantial, well-regarded expertise in property litigation, commercial litigation, arts disputes, acting for major property and commercial organisations in construction, employment and agrochemicals.
Family and divorce: the family law practice deals with all issues related to relationship breakdowns and on new relationships starting up. Many of its clients have international backgrounds and the team has particular experience in cross-border cases.
Arts and culture: the arts group advises individuals, institutional collectors, estates and trustees, galleries, and art and antique dealers on art law issues including the disputed authenticity of old masters and conditional exemption claims for landed estates, as well as on commercial transactions.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Senior partner | Sara Maccallum | ||
Arts and cultural | Sue Laing | ||
Arts and cultural | Simon Fitzpatrick | ||
Agricultural property | Saskia Arthur | ||
Agricultural property | Jane Littlejohn | ||
Banking and finance | Adam Chamberlain | ||
Charities | Natasha Hassall | ||
Commercial litigation | Simon Fitzpatrick | ||
Commercial real estate | Simon Williams | ||
Construction | John Wevill | ||
Contentious trust and probate | Simon Rylatt | ||
Corporate | Nigel Stone | ||
Corporate finance/M&A | Nigel Stone | ||
Corporate and property tax | Sara Maccallum | ||
Entrepreneurs | Richard Beavan | ||
Family | James Ferguson | ||
Private client and tax | Simon Rylatt | ||
Property litigation | Colin Young | ||
Residential property | Saskia Arthur | ||
Hotels | Rajeev Joshi |
Lawyer Profiles
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Saskia Arthur | Saskia has a diverse client base and wide ranging practice focusing on… | View Profile |
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Hayden Bailey | Hayden is a partner in the private client and tax team. He has… | View Profile |
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Richard Beavan | Richard has been a corporate lawyer since 1998 and has extensive experience… | View Profile |
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Emily Brand | Emily specialises in family law with particular expertise in complex financial proceedings,… | View Profile |
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James Ferguson | James is head of the family team and specialises in family law… | View Profile |
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Simon Fitzpatrick | Simon’s practice covers a broad range of commercial litigation. Simon is leader… | View Profile |
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Fiona Graham | Fiona advises a broad range of UK and non-UK domiciled high net… | View Profile |
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Natasha Hassall | Natasha advises on long term estate planning, handling both onshore and offshore… | View Profile |
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Jane Ireland | Jane specialises in mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and reorganisations and acts… | View Profile |
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Shaima Jillood | Shaima is a Partner at Boodle Hatfield. She is experienced in all… | View Profile |
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Simon Kerrigan | Partner dealing with all aspects of residential property work, in particular landlord… | View Profile |
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Caroline King | Caroline is a Partner experienced in all types of commercial property work,… | View Profile |
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Salpy Kouyoumjian | Salpy is a Partner with a strong international client base and specialises… | View Profile |
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Sue Laing | Sue specialises in succession planning, asset protection and capital and income tax… | View Profile |
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Mark Lindley | Mark is an Associate at Boodle Hatfield. He specialises in handling disputes… | View Profile |
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Jane Littlejohn | With over 25 years of experience, Jane heads our estates team. A… | View Profile |
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Sara Maccallum | Sara is Senior Partner of Boodle Hatfield and head of the commercial… | View Profile |
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Amanda O’Keeffe | Amanda has many years of experience in all aspects of residential property… | View Profile |
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Simon Rylatt | Simon deals with a wide range of UK and international tax and… | View Profile |
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Eleanor Sepanski | Eleanor deals with all aspects of onshore UK tax, private client and… | View Profile |
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Nigel Stone | Nigel is head of the Corporate team. His practice areas are UK… | View Profile |
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Rahul Thakrar | Rahul is a Partner who advises entrepreneurs and businesses on a variety… | View Profile |
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Geoffrey Todd | Geoffrey gives UK and international tax and estate planning advice to individuals,… | View Profile |
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Jonathan Turton | Jonathan is a leading enfranchisement solicitor. He principally acts for landlords, and… | View Profile |
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John Wevill | John specialises in non-contentious and contentious construction law. He has over 15… | View Profile |
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Simon Williams | Simon is experienced in all aspects of commercial property relating to development,… | View Profile |
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Andrew Wilmot-Smith | Andrew acts for a wide variety of property businesses including family offices,… | View Profile |
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Graham Winkley | Graham has a wide experience in all aspects of residential and commercial… | View Profile |
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Colin Young | Partner acting on a wide range of property and commercial matters. Has… | View Profile |
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Andrea Zavos | Andrea is a member of the contentious trust and estates team. She… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of UK partners : 33Diversity/Community
Diversity/Community
Boodle Hatfield’s success is built on the enduring relationships it has developed over 300 years with its clients and staff. This is based on the respect we have for the individual, commitment to providing each person with the opportunity to succeed and the value we put on respecting diversity.
We are known for our positive working environment, friendly, informal atmosphere and a strong emphasis on developing each individual. We respect people of all backgrounds and have a good ethnic and gender balance amongst the staff.
We are particularly acknowledged for providing a good environment for women and we have been recognised in previous Euromoney Women in Law Awards. The firm won best National Firm across 31 countries from 2012 to 2016. Currently 56% of equity partners are women and two thirds of the fee earners are women.
We support the development of our staff by investing in our people and providing appropriate training so that employees have the opportunity to excel in their professional careers. This has led to a high retention rate of staff throughout all positions in the firm.
Corporate social responsibility
We are firmly committed to making a difference in the way that we conduct our business: we support initiatives that contribute to the good of the community, contribute financially to selected charitable causes and adopt environmentally friendly working practices.
Each year, within the firm, we select a Charity Partner to be the recipient of our fund raising activities. – see our website for more details here.
We are keen to support our people becoming involved in community initiatives and work with a range of community projects in Southwark. We work with local school children and undertake a reading scheme with St George’s Cathedral Catholic Primary School in Southwark. We also provide pro bono advice to local charities and trusts and run workshops for interns from local charities.