Thrings LLP > London, England > Firm Profile

‘The team has great experience in agricultural disputes, including proprietary estoppel claims, and a fantastic wealth of knowledge and skill in the area. They really know the sector very well and as a result understand their clients’ priorities and concerns very well.’

‘Russell Reeves is a standout partner. He is extremely hardworking and organised and fights his client’s corner very hard. He is a pleasure to work with, has a very pragmatic and realistic approach and is skilled at explaining difficult points clearly and straightforwardly.’

‘Very experienced and knowledgeable in the area of agricultural disputes.’

‘Russell Reeves is a master tactician and a great pleasure to work with.’

‘Thrings stand out in the South West as a go-to firm for complex rural estates and agricultural work. They have a small but very skilled team led by Robert James.’

‘Robert James knows more about proprietary estoppel claims relating to farms than any other solicitor in business today.’

‘Master tacticians in a different league to others. The number one choice when it comes to any kind of rural or inheritance dispute.’

‘Duncan Sigournay is excellent in agricultural law disputes.’

‘Thrings has expertise across a range of disciplines relevant to a diversified rural estate and property businesses. They are able to advise on emerging sectors, including biodiversity net gain and natural capital.’

‘Mark Charter has a hands-on approach.’

‘They have a knowledgeable rural team that is experienced in a wide range of areas.’

‘Mark Charter and Jonathan Thompson are both very good and experienced with agricultural and rural property matters. They have a good manner when dealing with clients and are able to explain complicated situations clearly.’

‘Thrings is an outstanding firm. They have a grounded and commercial approach which is refreshing in this field of law. They have established a fine team of lawyers and have a growing reputation as an exceptional provider.’

‘Katy Barber and Sally Pike are great to work with. They always fight their client’s corner, but will just as readily step back occasionally to look at the bigger picture and always engage in constructive discussion.’

‘Sally Pike has all the qualities one would wish from someone helping people through the minefield of matrimonial finance. She has long experience and remains unfazed by however difficult cases become. She forges exceptional working relationships with her clients and provides them with excellent commercial and sensible advice.’

‘Katy Barber has been working in this field for nearly 20 years and is much loved by her clients for her sensitivity and attention to detail. She does not pursue bad points and will always try to get the best result for the most economic layout.’

‘Partners who are so on top of their cases that they make it embarrassing for the solicitors on the other side. The amount of work that gets done and gets done well at this firm is phenomenal.’

‘Kate Barber is a superb solicitor. She works tirelessly for her clients. Kate is brilliant on finance matters and has a cool head when it comes to dealing with more complex cases. She is simply stand out and head and shoulders above her peers.’

‘Emily Gulliver is coming into her own and going from strength to strength. She has a natural feel for children work and clients love her.’

‘Kate Barber is an excellent family solicitor and collaborative lawyer. She provides sound advice and guidance and helps clients find workable and creative solutions for their family. She will always strive to get the best results for her clients. She has an inner strength that should be admired and is a pleasure to work with and against. I highly rate her.’

‘The team are knowledgeable, professional and responsive. They take a strategic approach.’

‘Alastair Govier was very committed, always going above and beyond.’

‘Thrings stands out for its unique blend of expertise and personalised client care. Ramona Derbyshire and Annahita Roohi’s strengths lie in their collaborative approach, strategic thinking, and adeptness in navigating complex legal matters.’

‘Ramona Derbyshire was superb throughout the process. Very efficient, always prompt in her responses and thorough in her work. I would not hesitate to recommend her.’

‘The team always goes the extra mile and have taken really good care with the business.’

‘Ramona Derbyshire has a good eye for detail and quickly understands the issues. Without a doubt, Ramona is one in a million.’

‘The firm were extremely efficient. Their speed of response was excellent, they dealt with matters diligently and thoroughly.’

‘Ramona Derbyshire’s meticulous attention to detail and her ability to grasp complex legal nuances set her apart. She approaches each case with unwavering dedication, ensuring thoroughness and precision in her work.’

‘Annahita Roohi shines with her exceptional communication skills and strategic thinking. Her ability to navigate negotiations and advocate effectively for her clients is unparalleled.’

‘Ramona Derbyshire is a star performer. User friendly and technically very good. Annahita Roohi is a future partner and often leads difficult cases with exceptional skill.’

‘I am dealing with Emily Prout who is extrememly knowledgeable and very helpful in her advice. She cuts to the problem at hand and is efficient in dealing with a complex situation.’

‘Emily Prout has a good bedside manner and is very clear at explaining the best way forward.’

‘Emily Prout is our lawyer from Thrings. She is calm, rational and extremely knowledgeable. She filled us with confidence from our first phone call and has not disappointed since. I would recommend her to anyone struggling with probate or legal issues. ’

‘Emily Prout is very knowledgeable, assertive in an understated way and ahead of the game.’

‘Thrings stand out in the South West as a go-to firm for complex rural estates and agricultural work. They have a small but very skilled team led by Robert James and are regularly pinching work from London firms who they can undercut without compromising on quality.’

‘Robert James is a fearsome litigator; absolutely ruthless and a sight to behold in the negotiating room. He has a good strategic brain and sees the path through the most complex tangle of problems. Richie Rees is a safe pair of hands and makes for part of a strong team which works well together.’

‘I have worked in opposition to Emily Prout as well as referring conflict work to her. Emily is very professional, thorough and good at what she does and I would not hesitate to recommend her or to refer conflict work.’

‘The breadth and depth of experience across the team is simply exceptional. Across the board, they have consistently displayed a practical, can-do approach that, coupled with their subject matter expertise, has proved invaluable in helping us grow our commercial interests and those of our extensive client portfolio.’

‘A really strong team. Incredibly responsive, fair, reasonably priced and commercially-minded.’

‘Thrings are a no-nonsense, results-driven practice who have consistently delivered excellence to us. Their service is indispensable, and we deeply appreciate the way they get on with every brief we give them in the same timely and highly professional manner.’

‘The partners are excellent value for money and provide a brilliant level of service to their clients. They turn work around quickly and are very commercial.’

‘The team provide a personal service with a perfect combination of legal knowledge and pragmatism. Their communication on deal progress and fees is also second to none.’

‘Professional and responsive with a commercial approach.’

‘From my experience, the team at Thrings has thoroughly professional individuals who give confidence and communicate exceptionally well.’

‘John Davies has the patience to guide clients through challenging and complex legal processes and negotiations in a calm and collected manner. Demonstrating consistent knowledge and wisdom throughout. He is also highly diligent and time efficient.’

‘We have no hesitation in recommending the corporate team at Thrings most highly. Indeed today we wouldn’t dream of using and/or recommending anyone else to our clients.’

‘They are incredibly responsive, flexible in meeting deadlines and collaborative in their approach.’

‘Kate Westbrook is the standout individual within Thrings. Worked with her for many years and never been anything other than impressed.’

‘Really strong team – incredibly responsive, fair, reasonably priced and commercially minded so explaining things is really straightforward. Found them a breath of fresh air compared to some other firms used in the past.’

‘Kate Westbrook is fantastic. She always says yes, is prompt, professional, and explains things in a way that we understand. She really understands commercial contracts which saves a lot of time. When we’ve had an urgent request she has always accommodated. Top job!’

‘Thrings are a no-nonsense, results-driven practice which has consistently delivered excellence to us for over eight years. They would be an asset to any organisation.’

‘Kate Westbrook cannot be rated highly enough. Her ability to analyse complex situations and provide simplified, practical solutions makes her stand out from the crowd.’

‘Deep knowledge of their subject matter. They interpret the law, they don’t just state it. Work hard to understand us. They anticipate our needs.’

‘Thrings are personal. We may be a small customer but we don’t feel like that when working with them. Good commercial acumen coupled with an in-depth understanding of our unique challenges.’

‘A great team who are able to respond quickly as needed.’

‘The team consistently provides exceptional service, ably led by Kerrie Hunt whose wise council, coupled with a firm grasp of the practical realities of employment, have been invaluable to us as a client.’

‘A really good team who work with clear communication with us and each other.’

‘A really good, personable approach.’

‘Working with Thrings is like working with one’s own team with extended support as needed. The firm is able to leverage the expertise of other practices within their own and are able to provide their counsel across many different aspects of a topic or issue.’

‘Kerrie Hunt is our go-to person. She and Natalie Ward understand our company as their own and provide us with great support, with the background knowledge they have about how the company has dealt with issues in the past as well as keeping an eye out for the future with precedents being set.’

‘The team are knowledgeable, approachable and are always reliable.’

‘Pragmatic and able to explain the processes and financial/legal terminology used in simple terms.’

‘Mike Tomlin is well connected, experienced, patient and calm under pressure.’

‘The firm has a strong insolvency team with a range of sector experience, delivered in a commercial manner.’

‘Mark Cullingford is a very clever, knowledgeable, commercial and diligent insolvency solicitor.’

‘Experienced and capable.’

‘Mark Cullingford – a deep thinker.’

‘The team thrives on the complex and loves the challenge of unravelling those tricky conundrums that require rational, clear thought and an enquiring mind.’

‘Mark Cullingford is quite simply too clever for me! He is an absolute gem for his foresight and unnerving ability to pick out and understand the role of every tree in those woods and how they impact on each other. If you have complex work, you need Mark Cullingford.’

‘Huge attention to detail combined with an excellent balance of legal and commercial judgement.’

‘So impressed with Thrings family team. Fantastic professional company who worked very hard to give me the best outcome in both children and financial proceedings.’

‘The partners and associates are compassionate, patient, yet highly professional at all times.’

‘They care about the outcome, care about their work, and care about their clients.’

‘Thrings’ emphasis on collaboration ensures client-centric solutions, simplifying the divorce process and delivering peace of mind to clients.’

‘The Thrings LLP Family Team are a joy to work with. They are well-prepared, knowledgeable, and have a can-do attitude. Clients benefit from the collaborative approach they adopt.’

‘Zhenja Cann is a truly exceptional young lawyer and I look forward to watching her go from strength to strength. Able to calm, reassure and most importantly gain the trust and co-operation of even the most demanding client. Zhenja gets great results whilst ensuring she manages expectations from the outset. ’

‘Zhenja Cann is great – has dealt with extremely difficult cases and opponents without flinching. Gives good advice and good client support.’

‘Thrings are extremely knowledgeable about family law and all the team consistently give excellent and practical advice. The attention to detail they bring to each client’s case and the investment of time in reaching the right outcome are their USP.’

‘It’s a practice that has a strong and diverse team that is able to work across most requirements. The senior partners clearly have a very strong client-facing approach, which goes right through the organisation.’

‘Penelope Munro was very helpful, she took time to explain the probate process, and she always responded quickly to questions.’

‘Gavin Smith is excellent. He is responsive and has good knowledge of the practice area.’

‘Thrings are practical and strategic in their advice, and super responsive to client needs.’

‘The quality of their advice, level of understanding, and excellent communication make them a pleasure to deal with.’

‘I have always felt when I am calling Thrings that we will quickly pick up where we last left off and I value this tremendously.’

‘I feel I can trust Thrings as a business, that I know what I am getting, that they will be clear about everything, and that they help me to do my bit better. Can’t say it plainer than that!’

‘Very approachable team that builds a strong relationship with their clients. They communicate and work together as a cohesive team to ensure everything is covered and provide a unified approach which works particularly well in negotiations.’

‘Natalia Sokolov stood out with her detailed knowledge of specialist contract areas and strong, supportive relationships with her clients. She’s excellent at cutting through the legal jargon to summarise key points for her client and is always on the front foot with communications and contract developments. It has been a pleasure to work with Natalia.’

‘The team at Thrings are always very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive. The advice that they provide is well considered, broad and to the point. When working to deadlines, the work is always accurate and timely.’

‘An excellent team with a variety of knowledge and experience. Pro-active and responsive, the team always respond in a timely manner with helpful advice. I have developed an excellent relationship with the Thrings team and would highly recommend them.’

‘I work almost exclusively with Fred Quartermain. He is down to earth, very easy to get along with and makes all projects enjoyable to work on. His knowledge is second to none and he always goes the extra mile to get the project done.’

‘Hugely knowledgeable, totally client focused, proactive problem solvers that leave no stone unturned.’

‘Fred Quartermain – incredible depth of knowledge and a hugely practical approach, looks at cases from every angle to deliver favourable results. Alex Madden – sensible, practical advice, with a hands-on approach with excellent communication. Rosalyn Trotman – hugely knowledgeable, incredible focus on the detail, tenacious in delivering for clients. Kiran Maher – brilliantly organised, always brings her A-game.’

‘Masters of their field. Have strength in depth and detailed knowledge across the sector.’

‘Alex Madden and Fred Quartermain – both are master tacticians and in a league of their own.’

‘They go the extra mile, provide helpful updates. They are friendly and easy to get on with.’

‘I am dealing with Emily Prout who is extrememly knowledgeable and very helpful in her advice. She cuts to the problem at hand and is efficient in dealing with a complex situation.’

‘Emily Prout has a good bedside manner and is very clear at explaining the best way forward.’

‘Emily Prout is our lawyer from Thrings. She is calm, rational and extremely knowledgeable. She filled us with confidence from our first phone call and has not disappointed since. I would recommend her to anyone struggling with probate or legal issues. ’

‘Emily Prout is very knowledgeable, assertive in an understated way and ahead of the game.’

‘Thrings stand out in the South West as a go-to firm for complex rural estates and agricultural work. They have a small but very skilled team led by Robert James and are regularly pinching work from London firms who they can undercut without compromising on quality.’

‘Robert James is a fearsome litigator; absolutely ruthless and a sight to behold in the negotiating room. He has a good strategic brain and sees the path through the most complex tangle of problems. Richie Rees is a safe pair of hands and makes for part of a strong team which works well together.’

‘I have worked in opposition to Emily Prout as well as referring conflict work to her. Emily is very professional, thorough and good at what she does and I would not hesitate to recommend her or to refer conflict work.’