IBB Law > Chesham, England > Firm Profile

‘It felt personal and well resourced. They also were helpful in translating legal jargon into clear examples of what it meant. Where we also had a bespoke challenge that needed a specialist they were able to get them involved very quickly even when that expertise may not exist in their firm. The team also had a great set of junior staff that were really helpful and contactable.’

‘It was thoroughly enjoyable working with Adam Dowdney, he always made himself available (pretty much at any hour and whilst on holiday). It was always easy enough to pick up the phone and determine a way forward without having lengthy back and forths via email. I also felt Adam had a good grasp of what was still negotiable and what was not and felt he pushed for the best result and had our best interests at heart.’

‘Tim Cargill is very details focused and we could rely on him well to have an excellent grasp on all aspects of contracts.’

‘Richard Devall was excellent. He was great at negotiating for us and really explaining contract terms and possible solutions to problems.’

‘I would recommend Adam, Tim and Richard highly.’

‘The business has a depth of legal skills to cover all areas and can be trusted as a single source, with confidence that there is a partner and lawyer group suitable for every eventuality.’

‘The team has demonstrated passion and skill in the works provided.’

‘Looking at a cross-section of qualities from legal knowledge, responsiveness, industry, tactical awareness and client care, Eddie Tang simply could not be faulted. It is no exaggeration to say that he is as impressive an individual.’

‘To be regarded as a Premier League firm. An outstanding firm, offering a wide range of talented lawyers backed up by a well-resourced and comprehensive infrastructure offering.’

‘Eddie Tang heads a superlative team and is an outstanding tactician and advisor. Having forged exceptionally good relations with local communities, he enjoys a unique position of trust amongst the young adults of those communities and is thoroughly respected and trusted by the older generation who know him of old.’

‘This is a distinct professional practice as client care is paramount. It is not about the financial aspect of the case but ensuring that the client receives the best advice reliant upon excellent legal research and a thorough understanding of the case.’

‘The stand-out partner is Eddie Tang. His client care is exceptional. He manages to establish a rapport with the lay client, which allows for progressive and successful professional relationships and excellent outcomes.’

‘An absolutely brilliant firm, they provide outstanding client care from the police station to court. Their knowledge and understanding of the law is second to none. Every case is approached with the same high degree of detail and care. A truly exceptional criminal law firm.’

‘John Milner is the wisest old head in the business. A key player in the London market (although operating out of the provinces), he is the calm head needed in the storm. Sound advice and sensible direction are a given with him.’

‘Kam Varaitch is a particularly exceptional solicitor at the firm. He gives all his clients the time of day and works closely with counsel to ensure the best outcomes are achieved.’

‘A small but perfectly formed team, comprising heavyweight litigators like the excellent Sarah Jackson.’

‘Sarah Jackson is the stand out star of the team. She is technically excellent, thorough, tenacious and passionate in fighting her clients’ cases. She is also a caring mentor to juniors in the team and very well respected by her peers.She is also a huge supporter of women in the profession.’

‘IBB’s commercial offering has gone from strength to strength, in particular their franchising department headed by Russell Ford. They are one of the best out there, with huge amounts of experience in contentious and non-contentious matters, fielding an strong team offering from junior associate to partner.’

‘Russell Ford is an exceptional lawyer who I cannot more highly recommend for inclusion in the directory. He is a titan in the franchising world, a hugely knowledgeable and dynamic lawyer.’

‘Sarah Jackson is a very hands on lawyer, very personable and clearly gets very involved in her client’s cases. You don’t get many firms in the Greater London area outside of central London with the contacts, expertise and experience in complex commercial and insolvency litigation, but IBB is clearly one of those firms.’

‘Small practice but punch above their weight on capability and strength in depth for commercial and litigation.’

‘Paul Kite is smart, commercial and pragmatic. Cuts through complex information quickly and accurately, attention to detail but can see the bigger picture.’

‘Highly pragmatic business approach, coupled with exceptional expertise. Very capable in connection with complex cross-border and matters involving large corporates.’

‘Justin Govier and Richard Devall are standout practitioners who can capably and efficiently handle sophisticated matters.’

‘IBB have been a strength throughout my time with them, the people involved with my case have been caring and sympathetic as well as a good ear to listen to me whilst I was in a bad place. They provided 1st class advise.’

‘Javita Sharma feels like one to watch. Clients adore her, even when she is delivering advice that they do not wish to receive. And she does not flinch from doing delivering such advice if necessary. Javita has excellent judgment and is really committed to each of her cases. ’

‘IBB are a very solid and reliable firm – they are experienced and pragmatic, give very sensible advice to clients. I would trust them to look after my friends and family.’

‘Catherine O’Reilly is excellent – very diligent and capable.’

‘The team are cohesive, friendly and approachable. They work well as a unit. The family finance team has connections with divorce coaches and financial advisers who can help the clients work through every aspect of their divorce in an holistic and supportive manner, with a springboard for their future lives.’

‘Kate Ryan and Javita Malhotra are driven individuals, forensic in their work, and compassionate in their attitudes. They really support and care for their clients and want to ensure the best outcome for each one.’

‘Team has a great appreciation of our sectoral requirement (charity) and how this relates legally and practically to our property interests. ’

‘Gemma Coles has the happy knack of being calm, focused, practical and a pleasure to deal with. She’s not scoring points needlessly; and she clearly seeks to build relationships with other parties in pursuance of our interests.’

‘IBB is second to none when it comes to advising us on all real estate matters, including construction. I would not hesitate to recommend IBB to potential clients.’

‘Ross Humphries has such extensive experience that we have total confidence in all matters on which he gives advice.’

‘IBB offers a very personal, informative, and focused service on construction matters. They are truly a part of our business, not just outsourced lawyers.’

‘Paul Brampton goes the extra mile and often exceeds expectations.’

‘James Brice was very helpful. We were dealt with efficiently and quickly.’

‘Throughout my dealings with IBB, the firm has been doing exactly what a good law firm is supposed to do. The particulars of a case are studied thoroughly, tasks are assigned to capable staff, queries are addressed promptly, and options are explained clearly.’

‘Paul Brampton is well organized, gives clear advice, and is supported by a competent team.’

‘They are incredibly responsive and always hit the targets in order to get transactions across the line.’

‘The team has extraordinary experience, and is very responsive and committed to its clients. Their attention to detail does not leave any stones unturned. They are also the expediter of the case as well by trying to push things to a faster resolution.’

‘Paul Grimwood’s experience in this case was over the top. He worked on this case tirelessly to get it to completion. His advice, commitment, and responsiveness were second to none, which really impressed me. It was a pleasure working with such a competent and professional individual as him.’

‘Paul Grimwood has been professional, and very thorough. He listened carefully and explored and explained options clearly. His skills as a mediator were particularly helpful for making decisions at a stressful and emotional time.’

‘The team has handled some high-value and complex probate matters, and has a growing presence in the area.’

‘Paul Grimwood is a senior statesman with vast experience and a very pleasant manner. Amanda Melton is sensible and level headed. She is also a pleasure to work with. Rekha Toor is very competent – a safe pair of hands. Rebecca Cockeram is growing in experience and showing excellent promise.’

‘Innovative team, good working partnership between Amanda Melton and Paul Grimwood.’

‘Amanda Melton is clever and personable. Clients like her and opponents respect her.’

‘The team has extraordinary experience in the their given field, is very responsive and committed to their client. Their attention to detail does not leave any stones unturned. They are also the expediter of the case as well by trying to push things to a faster resolution.’

‘I have been in constant contact with Linda Blay and find her at all times extremely professional but with an air of friendship. Linda explains things in a way that that can be understood rather than bombardment of legal jargon. This exactly what I want and need. Linda was extremely kind and understanding during the passing of both inlaws within three weeks of each other.’

‘The team responds promptly to any queries asked and provides intelligent responses.’

‘I deal with a partner (Russell Hallam) on a mutual property Trust and have always found Russell very knowledgeable on all aspects of Trust tax and administrative matters.

‘I also deal with a senior associate (Michael Charalambous) on the same Trust who is attentive to any administrative problems that occur.’

‘The litigation team at IBB have a strong record of providing practical, easily understood advice to clients in a quick and clam manner.’

‘Jon Mowbray has an excellent rapport with clients due to the practical and speedy advice he provides.’

‘Jon Mowbray is an experienced and knowledgeable property litigator who has a strong specialism in dilapidations. Jon always provides good, commercial, and pragmatic advice, which is founded on an excellent knowledge of the underlying legal principles.’

‘Eddie Tang manages a very talented team of solicitors including Natalie De-Merist who is a rising star.’

Eddie Tang combines humour, warmth, hard work, imagination, and keen legal acumen to get the best results for his clients. He is proactive from the inception of cases and never sidetracked from what is needed to win a case. ’

‘A well-oiled machine, working together apparently seamlessly despite the very difficult circumstances currently in criminal work. A cut above so many others in the field.’

‘Eddie Tang is particularly impressive. Calm under the pressure of the most serious cases, massive tactical awareness borne of long experience, and never less than a pleasure to deal with.’

‘The practice is a large firm based at multiple locations. The setting is modern, secure with excellent conference facilities. Whilst the firm is busy the attention to detail is excellent and consistent contact is maintained with both the lay and professional client. ’

‘Eddie Tang is the consummate professional. He has in depth knowledge of all his cases even though he has a busy practice. He maintains contact with both the lay client and professional, ensuring that each party is updated where appropriate and that conferences are arranged promptly.’

‘Eddie Tang is a standout solicitor. He is the person I would instruct if I ever needed a criminal defence solicitor. He is thorough and committed and has a great client manner and achieves outstanding results. ’

‘Eddie Tang and Kam Varaitch provide top-notch expertise in convoluted financial crime and fraud cases and are tactically streets ahead of their competitors. They represent an incredibly impressive team.’

‘Russell Ford is an exceptional lawyer who I cannot recommend more highly. He is a titan in the franchising world, a hugely knowledgeable and dynamic lawyer, and a sector leader. Even with my 25 year’s experience as counsel, I welcome Russell’s most valuable input on the franchising disputes that he and I are involved in.’

‘Both Russell Ford and John Miller have been exceptional whilst dealing with us on both legal matters relating to franchising, as well as cyber issues in our business. Fantastic lawyers who really care about their work and their clients.’

‘Jane Masih has a great reputation within the industry and I have reviewed her franchise agreements on behalf of my own franchisee clients, and they are always well drafted and reflect a reasonable position.’

‘I would recommend Lynsey Smith and Alicia West, who have both been hugely impressive.’

‘The team are highly knowledgeable and there is not much they have not seen or dealt with in terms of the tricky world of franchising! They offer pragmatic and commercially viable advice, never pushing the client down a road solely to earn fees if the suggested avenue has a poor chance of success. They clearly explain the risks and benefits of any strategy.’

‘IBB is, in my view, a pre-eminent franchising firm with huge amounts of experience in contentious and non-contentious matters, fielding an exceptionally strong team offering from junior associate to partner, which makes the firm extremely attractive to clients.’

‘They are the most experienced franchising practice in the country by some way. Whilst plenty of other firms have individual, or a few, specialists in this field, there is no other offering in the market like this one.’

‘Commerciality is important to most clients in litigation but never more so than in this area of law. What makes this firm stand out is that they really do get it. A frankly stellar approach to using the full panoply of legal arguments whilst also achieving the right result at whatever point in litigation that may be.’

‘Approachable team, knowledgeable on immigration matters.’

‘Richard Devall is a good team leader and provides sounds immigration advice which is commercially focused.’

‘The team is superb, and perfectly coordinated like clockwork.’

‘Jasmin is simply a star. Always on top of things, kind and approachable.’

‘Very empathetic and attentive to each individual clients needs. I felt heard and understood for the first time by professionals. The team was easy and quick to communicate with and the whole process made me feel at ease.’

‘Raveena Mehta was very quick and efficient. My matter was dealt and over with quite quickly with a happy outcome.’

‘IBB offer an excellent education law service, with particular expertise in higher education matters.’

‘Celia Whittuck is a star individual. She has gained considerable experience in education law and has excellent strategic litigation strategy, particularly for civil claims against independent schools and universities, and internal complaints and appeal processes in relation to these institutions. She puts the clients outcome at the heard of what she does, and has a track record for achieving good results.’

‘Growing education law team focusing on higher education law matters.’

‘Celia Whittuck is a phenomenally dedicated solicitor and a real delight to work with.’

‘Focused and determined education team.’

‘Celia Whittuck has growing reputation in the area.’

‘A close and dynamic team, making service delivery efficient and accurate. Appropriate delegation by partner of workflow to very capable team members.’

‘Good communication throughout the process with no surprises. They encourage a close collaboration with financial and other advisers on projects to ensure a seamless service to the client as far as possible, and issues and concerns shared on a very timely basis together with remedies.’

‘Adam Dowdney takes an appropriately commercial approach rather than engaging in point scoring.’

‘It felt personal and well resourced. They were also helpful in translating legal jargon into clear examples of what it meant. Where we also had a bespoke challenge that needed a specialist, they were able to get them involved very quickly.’

‘The team had a great set of junior staff that were really helpful and contactable.’

‘It was thoroughly enjoyable working with Adam Dowdney. I felt Adam had a good grasp of what was still negotiable and what was not, that he pushed for the best result, and had our best interests at heart.’

‘The business has a depth of legal skills to cover all areas and can be trusted as a single source, with confidence that there is a partner and lawyer group suitable for every eventuality.’

‘The team at IBB have been incredibly responsive and have collaborated well with other professionals in what has been an incredibly frustrating and time consuming case. They have been very professional in terms of billing and have always striven to give the best value for money to their clients. ’

‘We have worked with Sonia Jordan for several years now and her professionalism, knowledge of bankruptcy and insolvency law, attention to detail and enthusiasm has been second to none. In what is a very complex and frustrating case Sonia has provided us with regular updates and has always remained professional and cheerful only wanting to get the best results for us. She continues to work hard and remain positive and that is really appreciated by us. One of the things that we value most is that she has not given up when many others would have. ’

‘I work with the Insolvency Team who always have been responsive to needs and developments in cases. Good advice and quick response.’

‘Sonia Jordan in the Insolvency Team is an excellent lawyer in both Corporate and Personal fields. Has a detailed understanding of processes and planning and is great fun to work with, especially when dealing with awkward litigious bankrupts.’

‘Sarah Jackson stands out above the rest as a forward thinking and pragmatic lawyer. Always thinking about strategic angles, she has her clients end goal in sight at all times’

‘Very strong insolvency offering. The team have excellent knowledge and acumen. Very competent, but approachable; some stellar lawyers.’

‘Sarah Jackson – an absolute pleasure to deal with, her insolvency expertise is second to none. She provided able assistance in obtaining an extension to administration in a very tricky scenario (Emerald Global).’

‘Sonia Jordan is very creative and hard working, her energy and enthusiasm for the job are a joy to behold, and assist in making working with her not only rewarding but also great fun. she is tenacious.’

‘John Milner has a great deal of experience in acting for individuals in white collar crime cases.’

‘John Milner is pure gold. He is highly intelligent and very industrious, has bags of experience, knows (and charms) everyone and is one of the very best strategists out there.’

‘John Milner provides a unique service to clients in complex financial crime cases and public inquiries. He has a great wealth of experience and a natural understanding of how best to represent and advise his clients.’

‘IBB have an exceptionally able and experienced white-collar crime department.’

‘John Milner is an excellent solicitor with an exceptional track record and a wealth of experience of dealing with the most high-profile white collar crime cases. He has excellent instincts and will, where possible, seek to negotiate to avoid charges. If a charge follows he will fight rigorously on a client’s behalf.’

‘John Milner is a highly experienced and credible practitioner.’

‘John Milner is excellent. Decades of guiding individuals through the most complex white collar cases. Unflappable.’

‘John Milner is great – he’s got great tactical instincts and always has an eye on the bigger picture. Clients love him, and those co-defending with him know he’s very sensible and thoughtful.’