Birketts LLP exhibits ‘a high level of legal knowledge and the ability to focus and use time effectively’. Ipswich is home to the core of the team, including practice head Richard Eaton who is ’well-seasoned with a pragmatic edge’. In Ipswich, James Robinson is the firm’s key adviser on telecoms litigation, acting for landowners across England and Wales, including local authorities, housing associations, NHS Trusts, and pension funds. The ‘knowledgeable and proactive’ Alice Harris is the main contact for the firm’s highly regarded residential lettings practice. Laura Tanguay leads the home ownership disputes practice, supported by Cambridge-based Stephanie Butler, who specialises in TOLATA claims. Also in Cambridge, Lynsey Ellard handles high-value commercial property disputes for major property investors and corporate occupiers.
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Testimonials
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- 'High level of legal knowledge. Ability to focus and use time effectively.'
- 'Very responsive and helpful. Nothing seems to be too much trouble. Our tasks are always appropriately resourced and very well managed.'
Key clients
- Kent County Council
- TT Group
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alice Harris
Laura Tanguay
Practice head
Richard Eaton
Other key lawyers
James Robinson; Laura Tanguay; Alice Harris; Lynsey Ellard; Stephanie Butler