DTM Legal LLP’s agriculture and estates team, led by Anna Duffy in Liverpool, advises private individuals and estates on energy and rural infrastructure projects. Duffy handles disputes involving the Agricultural Holdings Act, farm business tenancies, restrictive covenants, and easements. Paul Makinson specialises in farm and agricultural land purchases, while Helen Nash focuses on energy and utility work, particularly onshore gas exploration. James Holton, who recently joined from Butcher & Barlow LLP, is highly regarded for his experience in handling landlord and tenant disputes. Kate Pritchard advises on agricultural transactions, estate planning, and diversification projects like solar farms and leisure parks. Stephen Lunt negotiates promotion agreements and telecommunication leases for farming clients.
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Key clients
- E A Reed & Sons
- T W Kinsey
- Stuart Roberts
- ADAS
- Cheshire Young Farmers
- W Fair and Son
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Paul Makinson
Practice head
Anna Duffy
Other key lawyers
Paul Makinson; Stephen Lunt; Helen Nash; Heather Lally; James Holton; Kate Pritchard; Ashleigh Serjeant