Ashtons Legal > Bury St Edmunds IP31, England > Firm Profile

‘The team is extremely responsive and able to deal with tight deadlines. They are commercially savvy and pragmatic in their approach.’

‘Craig Fiddaman is particularly good at pushing forward rapidly even when deal dynamics may change. We are extremely appreciative to him for his support.’

‘Personalised friendly, flexible and accessible service across the organisation. The team convey legal speak in a clear and easy way to ensure that as the client, we understand their advice and can discuss with clarity amendments etc with partners.’

‘The benefit of using Ashtons legal for us is the seamless ability to use all aspects of the firms services with a very good understanding of our business and our requirements from time to time.’

‘We have used Ashtons Legal for various services and I list below the individuals who understand our business and have greatly assisted us: Geoff Hazlewood and Paul Whittingham and Craig Fiddaman – commercial contracts.’

‘Everyone is accessible, friendly and demonstrates a desire to work with our organisation to ensure the best legal solution is in place for the task in hand.’

‘Availability, knowledge of sectors and local area, relationships with others in the area.’

‘Craig Fiddaman is excellent and always willing to have a chat. Geoff Hazelwood is also excellent.’

‘Michael Wangermann and Tom Ranson particularly stand out. Tom is fastidious, with a firm grasp of the detail of his case and a clear strategic mind. He is always on top of the evidence and masterful at negotiating with the defendants. Michael Wangermann is brilliant with clients. He always has their back and fights tooth and nail for the right result.’

‘The personal injury team at Ashtons legal is as good as any in the country. Led by Richard Foyster, I work for four members of that team in the highest value cases. They have excellent standards of client care. All papers and instructions are beautifully presented. They achieve first class outcomes for their clients.’

‘Tom Ranson is an extraordinary professional. I feel blessed for having encountered him. He can see where others are blind. His dedication to my case was life changing for me and my family and I will be forever grateful for his outstanding persistence to pursue and prove facts and gathering evidence with the right experts.’

‘Sharon Allison – no stone left unturned, gets results long after others have given up.’

‘Ben Ward is clever, quick and diligent, nothing is missed.’

‘There is a very good team at Ashtons including some very experienced lawyers.’

‘The team works well together and things are done promptly because of the wide range of people available.’

‘There is always good consideration of how the client feels about the case. The negotiations are conducted carefully to ensure the best deal is done for the client.’

‘The team is very experienced in the field of agricultural tenancies and other matters.’

‘Strong attention-to-detail and good communication between the agent and the client.’

‘Strong attention-to-detail and an ability to communicate complex matters in a clear and concise way to the client. Available to be contacted at short notice and for online meetings to discuss progress, updates and the way forward.’

‘Strong areas of expertise.’

‘Good client relationships – I would particularly highlight Jeanette Dennis in this regard.’

‘Polly Stephenson is hugely knowledgeable and the manner and style of her advice and interventions is just right in that she is clear and reassuring, with appropriate directness.’

‘The team always have your best interests at heart. They explain in layman’s terms the good and the bad possibilities to a given situation, which in turn gives you the tools to make a sound decision. They go the extra mile to fully complete a given task.’

‘Joanna Baker is outstanding. She has the ability to make you feel that yours is the most important case in the world. Nothing is too much trouble and no task too small. All my questions have received an answer, which is fully explained to confirm my understanding of the situation. This has been invaluable. Her ability to treat very sensitives material with outstanding dignity has been exceptional.’

‘The team are well-connected and communication is seamless.’

‘Polly Stephenson is knowledgeable and empathetic, with an ability to convey important legal information in an easy and understandable manner.’

‘Polly Stephenson is outstanding! She gives you the time to explain your problem and she gets to the heart of the matter respectfully. Her knowledge and application of the law is exceptional, being in-depth and current, and she is very wise and practical in her outlook and advice. Polly is thoroughly professional and an experienced; a fearless expert in her field who can be fully trusted to represent you.’

‘Ashtons Legal are a powerhouse firm in the East Anglian region – known for their expertise across a wide-range of practice areas. They are a firm you can trust.’

‘Joanna Baker is the solicitor you want in your corner – formidable but empathetic. She will get to the heart of a matter and work out the best way to achieve your goals.’

‘The team at Ashtons Legal work collaboratively with each other to deliver a great service to clients.’

‘The individuals are very easy to talk with and give easy-to-understand advice and guidance without jargon or complication. A refreshing service.’

‘Ashtons stand out for the way they collaborate with other professionals to obtain better outcomes for clients.’

‘Alan Brown is an expert in trusts and very knowledgeable on financial and investment-related matters. Matthew Cameron has helps clients navigate the complexities of Napoleonic law.’

‘The team have always provided me with an excellent, efficient and thorough service. No question is too small or too big for them. The staff at Ashtons have an extensive knowledge of their subject area which far exceeds others in the vicinity. The staff at Ashtons have always been friendly and courteous in their dealings and I would not go anywhere else for these services. I always recommend them.’

‘Alan Brown and Faye Stolls have always been friendly and courteous and answered my queries without hesitation or delay. They are truly excellent lawyers who are efficient and thorough. I always know that I am in capable hands when dealing with Ashtons and that reassurance means more than I can possibly put into words.’

‘The team has a diverse mix of skills and can provide complex advice collaboratively.’

‘Janette Wand is always approachable and easy to talk to.’

‘Michael Frape’s team at Ashtons provide a full service company, shareholder and technology disputes service.’

‘Michael Frape is a very tough litigator who is an ideal choice for clients seeking a robust lawyer in commercial litigation and arbitration.‘

‘The team at Ashtons listen and absorb the views of the client and ask the right questions.’

‘They advise and involve the client to build a solid relationship to achieve the the right outcome in the right way, even if it means revisiting strategy or direction in complex technical disputes.’

‘Ashtons proved happy to negotiate within the acceptable framework fee structures.’

‘Tom Bailey is highly competent, approachable and good on his feet under pressure. He is able to explain things in simple terms if required. He has strong attention-to-detail and is a great strategic thinker. Sam Lees is highly proactive and knowledgeable.’

‘I am impressed by their professionalism and high-level of engagement.‘

‘Tom Bailey was particularly engaged and impressive in his preparation of our case. On top of that, he is a thoroughly lovely individual.’

‘A strong, experienced team with good depth which is very well-led by Ron Clare. The team is commercial and they quickly get to the crux of issues and provide pragmatic solutions. Very good value for money given the high quality of service provided.’

‘Ron Clare is very experienced, professional, approachable and commercial. He is readily available, will always give his opinions and views and is a pleasure to work with. We are very pleased to have him undertake legal work and provide guidance and advice for us. He is a great sounding board.’

‘Ashtons Legal are a well-organised and professional firm. They deliver advice in a timely and, importantly, clear manner. They have a broad depth of experience within the team.’

‘I primarily work with Ron Clare and Hannah Jones on the corporate banking team. Ron is extremely experienced and a valued member of the team. He provides timely advice and understands what is important to the bank. He is very approachable and accessible when required. Once deadlines are agreed, Ron ensures they are met.’

‘They give excellent corporate advice, have local knowledge, good response times and transparent billing.’

‘Mark Watson provides excellent advice and provides common sense solutions to complicated scenarios. Mark is quick to respond and is always willing to go the extra mile to help both the bank and our customers.’

‘The staff at this practice are always particularly willing to provide advice and guidance. They are truly friendly and passionate about sharing their knowledge with banking partners.’

‘I regularly work with Ron Clare and Jeannette Dennis on various matters ranging from property acquisitions to agricultural landed estates matters. Both individuals are incredibly approachable, passionate about providing a fantastic service and committed to ensuring excellent work for reasonable costs.’

‘The team is close-knit and collaborative in style, and able to flex to client demands.’

‘Fiona Stuart heads the team and is a very clever and technical solicitor. She is supported by Alice Trainor and Ina Beurich to ensure a smooth delivery of service.’

‘Fiona Stuart has a wealth of knowledge and is as a joy to work with. She is willing to go the extra mile.’

‘Good technical knowledge and complementary full-service offering which creates an excellent one-stop-shop for assistance on complex projects.’

‘A very strong insolvency team with plenty of experience in all areas.’

‘Fiona Stuart and Alice Trainor have been really good and have given us great advice on a particular bankruptcy we are dealing with.’

‘An experienced insolvency team of down-to-earth solicitors who are experienced yet easy to work with.’

‘Fiona Stuart is has a great reputation in the insolvency market. Her knowledge of insolvency is extensive and she attracts some good work. Alice Trainor ably supports her.’

‘Very friendly but at the same time very professional.’

‘I feel there is individualism. There are different specialists within the firm , and so specialist support could be obtained when required.’

‘Our solicitor is professional and yet personal. I get the feeling she has an understanding of my concerns and frustrations.’

‘The family team at Ashtons Legal is proactive, reliable and knowledgeable. They work for a range of clients and always provide high-quality instructions.’

‘Joanna Cotgrove is a leader in the Cambridge Family Law Community. She is dedicated and tenacious in relation to her client’s needs and always available when they need her. She comes up with unique solutions to problems and really thinks about the best interests of those she is representing whilst reaching a practical and sensible conclusion. Sameena Manzar is equally a very skilled lawyer who also fights hard for her clients.’

‘Sameena Manzar has exceptional client skills that encourage and support a client to make difficult litigation manageable and successful.’

‘Mary Pearce is as experienced as she is expert at managing and running complex money cases, and her clear advice is given in a sympathetic and understanding way.’

‘The team is very personable and adopt a hands on approach. They are specialists and work in a collaborative manner. Their focus is always on the client and the service they provide to them.’

‘The team provided negotiation and drafting skills for the estate of my brother that were of a high quality.’

‘Jennie Pratt’s patience and sympathetic manner when sorting out my difficulties and problems has been remarkable and is greatly appreciated.’

‘The team took us in a straightforward way through difficult and sensitive topics. At every stage, the firm was transparent and we knew exactly where we were in the process. Overall, the remaking our Wills and creating a Lasting Power of Attorney was made into easy and a positive experience.’

‘Christina Duck we approached through a friend’s recommendation. She wasted no time on self-promotion unlike other firms we have instructed. She was able to help us address difficult subjects and make decisions about the future. She brought to our attention topics that we had not thought of or addressed. Overall, her clarity and good sense gave us confidence, and our communications with her were comfortable and wholly satisfying.’

‘Ashtons have guided me quickly and efficiently. There has always been someone to answer questions and take on tasks that needed some official clout.’

‘Vast levels of experience amongst members of the team.’

‘The Court of Protection team have been excellent to work with, engaging the expert knowledge of the multidisciplinary team working with the client in order to establish the best, most cost-efficient ways to maximise their independence and quality of life.’

‘Lynn Wicks goes the extra mile.’

‘The team is knowledgeable and responsive, explains relevant information thoroughly.’

‘Magnus McMamus is very diplomatic, helpful and flexible with his approach. He has very good working relationships with other experts which was a great help for us as a client.’

‘Expertise combined with interpersonal skills and approachability. Able to pull down expertise from a variety of disciplines and translate into workable solutions.’

‘Charlotte Vallins. Very approachable. Provides expertise in a constructive manner aimed at providing solutions that is both astute and understandable.’

‘Capable, knowledgeable, reactive and a prepared to fight your corner.’

‘Treated as a valued customer and always pleasantly received at meetings, bringing in others members of the team as necessary.’

‘A very client-focused, collabarative, forward-thinking organisation looking at different ways to solve legal problems.’

‘Alex Chater is a great communicatorwho interacts well with clients and advisers alike. Alex is a pragmatic and commercially astute lawyer, who understands business needs and issues rather than just legal situation at hand.’

‘Alexandra Chater is committed, diligent and knowledgeable, dealing highly effectively with me across a wide range of commercial property matters including lettings, sales, lease renewals and reversionary leases. I have no hesitation in recommending Alex to others when the opportunity arises.’

‘Their simplicity, capability and knowledge are second to none. Would highly recommend.’

‘Alex Chater proves herself thoroughly competent from the outset. Her knowledge, capability, and transparency all make her stand out from the crowd.’

‘The team provides excellent and timely support to the company I represent.’

‘Amy Richardson has provided an outstanding service to our company for many years. Her knowledge of the process of planning applications, obligations, listed buildings and rights of way is vast and instils great confidence in the advice that she provides.’

‘The practice provides high-quality advice in a quick and friendly manner.’

‘In-depth and broad-based knowledge of all aspects of development projects and disputes.’

‘Ashtons Legal offer us an excellent and knowledgeable service for our land promotion and development businesses all at a reasonable cost and in a friendly manner. We work with lots of other lawyers but no-one else competes with their all round service.’

‘My experience with Ashtons Legal has been overwhelmingly positive. Everyone I have encountered at the firm has been professional, efficient, capable and communicative. I feel like I am in safe hands and that everyone involved puts great care into every aspect of my case.’

‘Kirsteen Durrant has been handling my case and she has been absolutely outstanding. I feel very lucky to have found her and would highly and heartily recommend her. She has a very analytical mind. I am frequently impressed by her skill, competence and ability as a solicitor. I feel that she understands my point of view and really cares about her clients.’

‘Kirsteen Durrant is an exceptional partner at Ashtons Legal. I have previously worked with her at other firms, and her work is consistently above and beyond. I have worked on several leasehold matters with her recently where she has pinpointed the precise legal issue of importance and sought counsel’s input on the prospects of success in order to manage potential and ongoing litigation effectively and with a view to the overriding objective. I cannot praise her more highly.’

‘Kirsteen Durrant is bright, hardworking, a good lawyer, tactically astute and easy to work with.’

‘Ashtons Legal is absolutely first rate and knowledgeable of the law. Instructions are well prepared and produced in a timely manner. The team come highly recommended in my opinion.’

‘Kirsteen Durrant is very professional, efficient with an excellent understanding of the law. She is very responsive and easy to deal with. Kirsteen is always honest, fair and reasonable. An excellent partner who I would have no hesitation in recommending!’

‘The Ashtons team have the ability to really understand your business and tailor their advice accordingly. They also have the in-depth technical knowledge required when drawing up complex legal documentation specific to our needs. In addition, they have broad skills across a number of areas which helps them have a better understanding of our business, beyond the specific area of engagement.’

‘Working with David Sloman, he has a focus on the detail, crafting solutions that have been well thought through and are thorough. He is also able to take a pragmatic approach, looking for workable solutions to help in complex negotiated software agreements. He is patient and knowledgeable, helping to support us in areas where we do not have a full understanding or experience.’

‘Very experienced and efficient Court of Protection team. A joy to work with. They are approachable, responsive and make even complex matters easy for their clients to understand’.

‘Also provide excellent litigation support in civil matters where they are deputy as they understand this side of the industry and how this interconnects with their work’.

‘Paul Humphries is an excellent lawyer. Very easy to talk to, liked by clients who feel safe in his hands. Straight talking snf provides realistic advice regarding deputyship matters’.

‘Informality makes the firm more approachable to clients. Adrian Mundell and Debbie Holmes are good’.

‘Ashtons Legal has a highly skilled and experienced franchise team. It provides exceptional service with an unwavering commitment to its clients.’

‘The team’s attention to detail and prompt advice ensures that each step is communicated clearly and professionally.’

‘A very helpful and supportive team.’

‘Damian Humphrey is a forward-thinking, knowledgeable, and experienced franchise lawyer. He has a deep understanding of franchise law and extensive field experience.’

‘Tracy Williamson’s expertise is continuously evident; she consistently displays a high level of professionalism and is extremely patient when explaining the intricacies associated with franchising.’

‘Tracy Williamson always responds promptly and professionally to any request.’