‘A very sophisticated team which understands the property and the needs of their client.’

‘All individuals provide the highest standard of advice and professionalism, whilst also feeling like an extension of the client team.’

‘Chris Preston is very approachable and provides clear and excellent advice.’

‘The team is comprised of very well-trained solicitors. Their response times in providing the advice is excellent and accessibility to the team is also excellent. Key strengths of the team relate to rent review and lease renewal advice, and they add value to the situation by understanding the commercial objectives and help shape and put in place the strategy.’

‘James Sutherland leads the team and is excellent. In terms of his advice, knowledge, commercial awareness and accessibility. You feel very confident with James and his team on your side to help make the right decisions.’

‘They’re of the highest quality – able to roll their sleeves up and get to the bottom of difficult disputes, cutting through complex issues and presenting facts and commercial options in a clear and user-friendly manner. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.’

‘Chris Preston continues to be excellent and extremely user-friendly. His pragmatic advice prioritises problem-solving over litigation for the sake of it – a breath of fresh air. Chris has repeatedly demonstrated that he can be relied upon to identify unseen challenges and ably navigate strategy on complicated disputes.’

‘Michael Duncan is very reliable – he seems to be ever-available and has a great grasp of the issues.’

‘Having dealt with properties for the several years, this practice stands head and shoulders above others. They brought clarity, options and recommendations to matters. They understand strategy and work with you to support the business. The positive impact on our business and my time has been significant.’

‘The main reason I prefer to engage with Clarke Willmott LLP is their approachable and friendly nature. They provide me with the expertise I need, with absolute professionalism but also building a rapport that makes them easy to approach and discuss options without ever feeling like the suggestions are foolish.’

‘Naomi Cunningham is the partner that I have regular interactions with. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of the specific issues that we have presented to her of late. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to peers and use her and Clarke Willmott in future.’

‘A good regional set that has an eye for detail and a willingness to push cases hard.’

‘One of the very best property litigation practices in the SW. Very large team with exceptional quality partners and associates in Bristol, Exeter and Plymouth. More than able to conduct heavyweight litigation. Great support from top to bottom and very nice lawyers to work with. Exceptional product.’

‘James Hemsley – a great partner who sees the bigger picture and follows the client’s desires to fruition. Sophie Michaelides – a very astute senior solicitor with a great eye for detail.’

‘Very good client care and dedication. Will go out of their way to help clients as well as making sure procedural matters are organised efficiently. Excellent team collaboration.’

‘A market-leading practice in the South West region, with a wide client base (nationwide), able to offer the expertise needed in any area of property/real estate litigation, with a team of bright and highly experienced lawyers.’

‘Robert Nicholson is a very bright lawyer; active and thoughtful; a sensible litigator, with great commercial nous; very easy to work with; efficient; committed to his cases; great communication skills; has built up a wide range of expertise, particularly across the commercial property sector.’

‘Warren Reid is another bright lawyer with a broad spectrum of experience in the sector and great ideas; a measured litigator, with great commercial nous; excellent client management and communication skills, including with less commercial clients in the public and housing sectors; very easy to work with.’

‘Sian Gibbon is very experienced in a broad range of property disputes, very good to deal with.’

‘Quick response time, good recommendations, very supportive.’

‘A really solid and professional set up. They work collaboratively together and bring together the right people to provide the service that we as a client require. Always friendly but not afraid to voice their views in a supportive and thoughtful way.’

‘A high calibre group of individuals that do work together to provide a service that is greater than the sum-of-the-parts. They care about what they do and about what we require as a client.’

‘Always on hand to offer honest practical advice and response to requests.’

‘Personable, friendly and helpful.’

‘Patrick Wetherall leads the Real Estate team. Patrick understands his area extremely well and is fantastic to deal with. He has a clear and straight forward approach with his clients and ensures that they fully understand difficult and complex matters, guiding them through what can be challenging litigation in a commercial way. He thinks very commercially.’

‘I have worked with Rachel Small. She is one of the most impressive solicitors I have worked with. She is quick to understand matters and analyses problems well. She is extremely efficient and a real team player. She is very good with clients and counsel.’

‘A very strong property litigation team with considerable experience in disputes about development land valuations and infrastructure as well as all the more common types of property litigation.’

‘Patrick Weatherall has excellent commercial instincts and can be relied on to get his clients the best possible result in any property related dispute.’

‘They have a good mix of expertise in rural and commercial affairs with appropriate personnel with tailored expertise, across different offices in Southern UK. Where I have worked with the firm in contentious matters, they have been very responsive and commercially aware of client’s goals.’

‘Patrick Weatherall and Stephanie Kingdon are both extremely effective at targeting client goals and formulating litigation strategy to suit the goals of their clients. They have good expertise in property litigation and work hard to achieve results for their clients.’

‘Rachel Small is highly competent and has a good knowledge of the Electronic Communications Code. She is very easy to work with and provides practical and user-friendly advice to clients.’

‘Hannah Slade and Stephanie Kingdon are extremely knowledgeable and competent advisers. Both are always available and offer excellent and proactive legal service. Both are really greatly engaged with their clients.’

‘Fiercely efficient and capable team.’

‘Mark Routley is incredible – he is not only one of the kindest people with whom I have ever worked but also very bright and has serious gravitas.’

‘They are exceedingly good at what they do, with a first-rate knowledge of their practice area. They understand their clients’ commercial objectives and are easy to work with.’

‘Mark Routley is the standout leader of a very fine team of competent and friendly individuals.’

‘The team is very nice to work with: they are human beings, who bring a personal touch, without detracting in any way from the quality of the legal advice.’

‘Rob Whitaker is excellent. Very pragmatic and he gets things done for clients.’

‘Kane Kirkbride: Huge experience and knowledge; lots of common sense; commercial approach; very personable and sensitive with clients.’

‘Danielle Ferguson: calm; highly intelligent; very good legal instincts.’

‘Team has excellent knowledge of pipelines and the energy sector and is able to offer specific; tailored advice. Partners have a broad range of experience in relevant fields and are able to provide accurate, relevant advice in a timely manner.’

‘All partners and associates have been professional, competent and helpful. VWV personnel have always displayed a commercially astute mindset and are “solution focused” looking to find ways of resolving issues and moving queries forward rather than looking for potential legal obstacles/hurdles.’

‘Strong ability to understand a wide range of property dispute issues and identify solutions.’

‘The advice and support we have received from the VWV Property litigation team on a difficult matter has been quite simply outstanding.’

‘Our matter is being handled by Philip Sheppard. He is excellent. Very bright, diligent, and good to work with.’

‘The team at VWV provides a service that is always very well considered, technically strong and strikes a good balance between commerciality and risk mitigation. The team are enjoyable to work with.’

‘Daniel Hall stands out as an example of the strength of the firm in general and is very clear and measured without being too technical in his dealings with us as a client.’

‘Philip Sheppard is particularity fantastic to work with and delivers real results and sage advice. Always willing to help and most importantly listens. Despite how busy he is, he seems to always find time when needed.’

‘What I particularly like about working with the team is that they are very personable which is rare in the industry. The team understands my circumstances and tailor their approach. Their communication is engaged and proactive and approach never dogmatic.’

‘I have works with Charles Russell Speechly LLP for many years and what makes this practice unique is the knowledge that they have. I know that if I have a query or need advice on something that I have never come across, I know that CRS will have the team and people that will help me.’

‘Among the team, Emma Preece has been an outstanding partner, demonstrating not only exceptional legal expertise but also a remarkable dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients. Her strategic thinking and attention to detail have been instrumental in navigating our case to a successful resolution.’

‘It’s the combination of deep legal expertise, personalised strategy, and a client-centered approach that sets Emma Preece and her team at Charles Russell Speechlys apart. Their dedication to success, coupled with their empathetic approach to client relations, has made a significant difference in our case. I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance that goes above and beyond.’

‘They are all extremely knowledgeable, with an in-depth understanding of the law of real property and the law of landlord and tenant. They clearly have excellent rapport with their clients, which is unsurprising given that the team is made up of friendly individuals who are very responsive and “on the ball”. Working with Charles Russell Speechlys is always an absolute pleasure.’

‘CRS is a very dynamic and energetic team, with very intelligent and vibrant individuals at all levels of seniority. They are very well organised in their management of matters and use resources intelligently and efficiently.’

‘Emma Humphreys is a standout partner. She thinks creatively, is very aligned with the values of our business and is a trusted resource. She is often my first port of call.’

‘Emma Preece is incredibly calm under pressure, knowledgeable, very good with clients and has a keen eye for detail. David Haines has unrivalled experience and knowledge of real estate litigation with exceptional judgment in litigation.’

‘Freeths are extremely knowledgeable and capable when it comes to complex contentious telecoms cases. Their team are very nice and speak to clients face to face.’

‘Daniel Cuthbert and Ella Carroll are both excellent at what they do. They are approachable and competent.’

‘Daniel Cuthbert is a consummate litigator, distinguished for his expertise in telecoms matters. With an exceptional grasp of the intricate legal landscape governing telecoms, Dan consistently delivers exemplary representation to his clients. His profound understanding of both the regulatory framework and the technical intricacies of the telecoms industry enables him to navigate complex disputes with unparalleled finesse.’

‘Ella Carroll exemplifies the pinnacle of legal proficiency within Dan Cuthbert’s esteemed telecoms practice. Her astute legal acumen and unwavering dedication to her craft have cemented her position as an invaluable asset to the team.’

‘With a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of the nuances inherent in telecoms litigation, Ella Carroll consistently delivers outstanding results for her clients. Her adeptness in navigating complex legal terrain, coupled with her ability to formulate innovative legal strategies, underscores her prowess as a litigator of exceptional calibre.’

‘Market-leading expertise in relation to the Electronic Communications Code for site providers. Superb strength in that area.’

‘Dan Cuthbert – truly an expert in Electronic Communications, operating at a very high level. Ella Carroll – one of very few experienced and quality associates working in this area for site providers.’

‘Very accessible. Excellent sector knowledge.’

‘I dealt mainly with Rebecca Stubbs, and I found her to be very efficient and knowledgeable. I trusted her expertise and her advice. Her friendly manner made communication easy, and she was happy to explain every detail with regards to my case. Rebecca was always clear and transparent.’

‘Excellent, professional, efficient, and personal service.’

‘I have found Lester Aldridge and Rebecca Stubbs in particular to be very proactive and quick.’

‘Kate Stewart has worked with us on a number of thorny property matters that are not straightforward and gives thoughtful well-reasoned advice considering both legal and commercial options to reach a solution for us.’

‘The team at Lester Aldridge are highly client focused, providing excellent practical advice in difficult and complicated situations. They have a deep knowledge of the care home sector, and an understanding of the needs and governance of not-for profit organisations. Their legal knowledge is excellent and spans all aspects of a case. They understand what is needed to take a claim forward and achieve a positive outcome for their clients.’

‘I have worked closely with Kate Stewart on a number of matters. Kate is a superb lawyer. Deeply knowledgeable, with excellent instincts, a grasp of both detail and the wider strategic picture, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Sensible, practical, highly intelligent, she is always ready to go the extra mile to help her clients and colleagues. She has laser like focus on what needs to be done to get her clients the results they need.’

‘They are tenacious in getting the best result for the client. Technically they are very good, and the overall impression is one of exceptional efficiency.’

‘Dynamic team always ready to push the matter forward and to come up with innovative solutions.’

‘Charlotte Curtis is a very clear thinking and direct lawyer who negotiates well under pressure. Her legal skills are second to none and she easily gains the trust of clients. Sophie Carey has been a tower of strength in long drawn-out litigation – never losing enthusiasm and humour.’

‘The Michelmores real estate/property litigation team is one of the best in the south-west. They are entrusted with complex, technical, high-value disputes and it is a pleasure to work alongside the team. The team is pragmatic and precise.’

‘In recent years I have worked with Charlotte Curtis and Lydia Robinson. Both are sensible, easy to contact and a pleasure to work alongside. They are mindful of the nuances and complexities of cases and have a good appreciation of litigation risk and how that can affect cases.’

‘From the very start, I felt I had full confidence in the practice. I was extremely comfortable with how they dealt with everything from the outset and reassured me in all matters. They had a plan of action and dealt concisely with each matter as it arose.’

‘For me, Kate Hallifax, at the Cheltenham office, was professional, approachable and her expertise immeasurable. To have someone on your side is such a relief when you have never dealt with anything like it before, and they confidently deal with everything. The whole team worked well and certainly went above and beyond on several occasions.’

‘Andrew Cave is an experienced property litigator and a safe pair of hands. He applies a lot of common sense and is outcomes focused.’

‘Andrew Walker is the partner responsible for our affairs. He is very approachable and looks after us well. Most recently Andrew has arranged for Katie Smith to deal with contentious lease renewal work, and she has proved to be most helpful and efficient.’

‘Andrew Walker has been building up the team across the firm’s offices to become a more significant player in the property/real estate litigation market; their locations and team mean they are able to offer a good balance between expertise and cost efficiency.’

‘Andrew Walker – leads the team across the firm; brings big ticket expertise and experience to the full range of property litigation matters; has a breadth and depth of knowledge that must be hard to beat; a cool head in a tight spot, with a good deal of commercial common sense.’