Warners Solicitors is highly sought-after for its ‘tailored, client-focused legal advice’, particularly concerning rural property and countryside disputes. Michael McNally leads the team and acts for landowners and country estates across possession claims, trespass issues, and rights of way disputes. Acclaimed for her ’clear, concise, commercial’ advice, Justine Soutter, who arrived in August 2024 from Cripps, is a key contact for restrictive covenants and communications code mandates. Nick McKnight left the firm.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘A highly organised practice with good leadership, particularly from the partners.'
'Warners takes the time to understand their clients needs and their ways of working.’
‘Knowledgeable, experienced and specialist residential property sector advice which is relevant, understandable and practical.'
‘A personalised service with a genuine desire to do the best for their client and real pride in their work.’
‘What makes this team unique is their exceptional responsiveness and the personalised attention. The team is always available and quick to respond to any queries or concerns.'
- 'The team delivers a high standard of work, maintaining a high level of expertise and professionalism.'
Key clients
- National Farmers Union
- Markel Legal Expenses Insurance
- Howard de Walden
Work highlights
Retained by Howard de Walden in all contentious landlord and tenant cases within its portfolio of West London residential properties.
Retained by Markel Legal Protection to provide the helpline under its Farms and Estates Policy, offering expert legal advice on a wide range of rural legal issues, from mineral rights registration to trespass and boundary disputes.
Instructed by member farms of the National Farmers Union in a variety of property disputes, including trespass, adverse possession, boundary disputes and the defence of public rights of way applications.
Practice head
Michael McNally
Other key lawyers
Justine Soutter