Operating out of Lincolnshire, the specialist agricultural property team at Wilkin Chapman Rollits often works in conjunction with the firm’s family, litigation, and private client teams. The practice is also noted for its capabilities in tenancies governed by the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 and the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995. Catherine Harris leads the practice and is well-versed in farming subsidies and environmental schemes, restructuring, succession planning, as well as transactional work. With over two decades of experience, Roly Freeman is proficient in planning and development, renewables, and wind farms. Sophie Barwood is adept at farmland acquisitions and disposals, as well as property restructuring, while Caitlin MacNamara is lauded as ‘polite, proactive, professional and knowledgeable.’ All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Lincoln.
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- ‘Wilkin Chapman LLP worked with us and other party solicitors professionally and competently within every aspect of our case. Wilkin Chapman have worked on other cases for us involving our business and they have been absolutely fantastic, therefore I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them in every way.’
- ‘The range of services, especially their expertise in agriculture, has suited our farming family for four generations. They have good knowledge of the agricultural industry and are great professionals.’
- 'The team handled a complex job efficiently.’
- ‘Catherine Harris and Caitlin MacNamara are both very professional and a responsive team. Caitlin MacNamara dealt with enquiries enthusiastically and efficiently.'
- ‘Caitlin Macnamara has been available and worked practically to achieve the end result. A 'no-nonsense' approach to get things done.'
- ‘Caitlin McNamara of Wilkin Chapman LLP was the most polite, proactive, professional, and knowledgeable person to work with therefore giving us reassurance. This makes her and the company stand out.’
- ‘Roly Freeman and Caitlin Macnamara have both been efficient with advice.’
- 'Roly Freeman has done an efficient, practical job.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Roly Freeman
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Sophie Barwood
Practice head
Catherine Harris
Other key lawyers
Roly Freeman; Sophie Barwood; Caitlin MacNamara