Praised by clients for its ‘exceptional’ knowledge of agricultural law, Shakespeare Martineau LLP is adept at handling renewable energy matters, succession planning issues, tax advice, and farm partnerships. Heading up the team from Lincoln, Amy Cowdell is skilled at negotiating option, overage and pre-emption agreements. Emma Carr specialises in preparing wills and partnership agreements, while Georgina Euden is knowledgeable of acquisition and disposal issues. Charlotte Boyes frequently assists with the option agreement aspects of biodiversity and solar matters
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very knowledgeable and helpful. Very thorough, great understanding of the issues.’

  • ‘The Team at Shakespeare Martineau are great to work with. Their knowledge on Agricultural Law is exceptional and they are always available at the end of the phone to discuss matters.’

  • ‘Amy Cowdell, a Partner in the Shakespeare Martineau Lincoln Office, is extremely knowledgeable in the Agricultural Law sector.'

  • 'Amy Cowdell is efficient, responsive and has great knowledge on Agricultural Law.’
  • ‘I have found Shakespeare Martineau to have a positive can-do attitude to undertaking work. When acting for us on a variety of matters, they will always work to deadlines and always present solutions to any problems that may be encountered. This pragmatic attitude helps me to work more effectively and provide good client experiences.’

  • ‘I have worked alongside Amy Cowdell on a number of occasions and have never been disappointed with the professionalism shown. She is a great asset to their business.'

  • ‘Proactive, problem-solving and efficient, leading to swift conclusion of sometimes complex matters.’

Key clients

  • Drummond Trust

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

Amy Cowdell

Other key lawyers

Emma Carr; Georgina Euden; Charlotte Boyes