
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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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




