Regarded as ‘incredibly knowledgeable and technically excellent’, Burges Salmon LLP advises major landowners and estates on a broad array of matters, including real estate acquisitions and disposals, as well as on tax and succession planning. The firm is also able to draw on its dispute resolution, employment, corporate and IP expertise to enhance its advice. The team is led by Tom Hewitt with expertise in tax and succession issues. Seen as ’a very good litigator’, Kevin Kennedy acts on agricultural disputes and natural capital matters. Emma Folkes leverages her experience in purchases and leases to advise institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. Ross Simpson advises on land and portfolio transactions, whilst Tim Williams assists with wealth structuring and tax matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Leader in agricultural work and has been for many years. Real rivals in terms of experience and expertise to London firms.’
‘Kevin Kennedy is very experienced and a very good litigator. He is unflappable and always sees what is best for the client.’
‘Incredibly knowledgeable and technically excellent with very proactive and timely delivery of advice.’
‘All members of the team work well together to service their clients, making sure themselves available when required.’
‘Highly knowledgeable and professional on agricultural disputes and matters.'
‘Ryan Small is very easy to communicate with and is clear and concise with his advise.’
Key clients
- The Crown Estate
- Oxygen Conservation
- John Lewis
- Waitrose
- Church Commissioners
- Environment Agency
Work highlights
Advised Oxygen Conservation on its acquisition of the Dorback Estate, a 15,000 acre estate in Cairngorms National Park.
Advising on a new style of Environmental Farm Business Tenancy for The Crown Estate.
Advising on The Crown Estate’s major strategic acquisition of the Dissington Estate.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Tom Hewitt
Other key lawyers
Kevin Kennedy; Emma Folkes; Ross Simpson; Tim Williams; Ryan Small