Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP’s rural property team advises substantial private estate owners, public authorities and landowning organisations across the UK, with a strong client base in the North. The team is experienced in complex agricultural and rural property matters. Simon Kirkup leads the team, advising individuals, families and investors on a wide range of legal and commercial issues within the agricultural sector. Andrew Farquharson specialises in the sale and purchase of farms and estates, and has notable expertise in renewable energy agreements. Ellen Rutherford advises on all aspects of rural property law, with a particular interest in sporting estate transactions.
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Key clients

  • National Trust
  • Grainger PLC
  • Church Commissioners

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Simon Kirkup

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Ellen Rutherford

Practice head

Simon Kirkup

Other key lawyers

Andrew Farquharson; Ellen Rutherford; Rosanne Tweddle; Alice Causer