Ian Johnston > Tees Law > Chelmsford, England > Lawyer Profile

Praised for providing an ‘excellent personal service‘, Tees Law is equipped to advise clients on a broad array of private wealth work, with the team’s workload including tax planning, trust management, and Court of Protection proceedings. The team, known for its niche experience in French inheritance law, handles an increasing number matters concerning agricultural estates, areas in which practice head and expert for succession planning Ian Johnston is an expert. Sarah White routinely assists with estate administration and will preparation, as well as deputy issues. Georgina Leighton is particularly knowledgeable of lasting powers of attorney.

Tees Law houses a team of experts that regularly handles a variety of matters within the agricultural sector such as partnership agreements, farming employment contracts, agricultural tenancies, and estate planning issues. The team also advises on diversification schemes, including renewable energy projects. Leading the practice, Letty Glaister is based in Royston; she is highly experienced in advising on succession planning, while Daniel Fairs is recommended for the acquisition and disposal of farms. Tom Moulsdale and Ian Johnston are further key members of the team; Johnston frequently advises farming families on probate matters, while Moulsdale is noted for his experience in development agreements. Victoria Sandberg joined the practice in October 2024.