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
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Leading associates
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Ellen Rutherford
Practice head
Simon Kirkup
Other key lawyers
Andrew Farquharson; Ellen Rutherford; Rosanne Tweddle; Alice Causer