Clarke Willmott LLP > Southampton, England > Firm Profile

‘They are dedicated and diligent.’

‘Anne Jones is very capable and highly committed to getting the right result for her client.’

‘Clarke Willmott simplifies the whole process. We are always able to reach someone within the same day who helps us to find the path to the answers we need.’

‘The solicitors are really prompt in their service. They are extremely helpful, and no task is too small or too big. They are very knowledgeable when seeking guidance on cases to get the best outcome.’

‘Lauren Hampton is brilliant to work with. She is very conscientious, and her housing law knowledge is second to none. She is an asset to their team.’

‘The team stands out for its in-depth knowledge of social housing law.’

‘They are responsive and reliable. They give structured advice where needed and advise on the risks of certain actions versus the benefits.’

‘Alex Jakubowski and James Marshall are the two senior individuals that we deal with regularly for complex litigation matters. Alex is well-known, liked and respected for his work in the field and is ably supported by James. Philip Roberts is a very safe pair of hands and gives solid, clear advice.’

‘The team as a whole handle our conflict work and do so well. They are quick to respond, eager to help and just generally a friendly and personable bunch that one enjoys doing business with.’

‘This is a very busy team, led by two doyennes of the Court of Protection world. Their knowledge of Court of Protection matters is unrivalled and there cannot be anything they haven’t seen. They are excellent at dealing with the difficult, weird and wonderful cases, and are very well resourced.’

‘Anne Minihane has a truly excellent eye for detail, and is a calm but formidable opponent in statutory will proceedings. Anthony Fairweather has endless energy and takes his role as Deputy very seriously.’

‘I find the team very approachable and professional. Anthony Fairweather will always be available in an emergency. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Nothing seems too much trouble and they will do their best to assist you in whatever your needs are.’

‘Anne Minihane has considerable experience in dealing with all aspects of PAA deputyships. She is a longstanding panel deputy and adept at dealing with the trickiest of family dynamics whilst finding good outcomes for vulnerable people.’

‘Anthony Fairweather is well versed in all COP matters. Anne Minihane is an eminently sensible and safe pair of hands.’

‘Anne Minihane is hugely experienced and a top-notch lawyer, as well as being charming to deal with.’

‘Anne Minihane and I have worked together on numerous statutory will applications. Anne is meticulous with great attention to detail but also practical and keen to get the right result. She has a kind and thoughtful approach to other professionals and clients.’

‘Anne Minihane is approachable, creative and always goes the extra mile for her clients.’

‘Clarke Willmott have been excellent. Everything raised has been handled with prompt and personal attention. No areas that cannot be handled. Very happy with the service.’

‘They know their subject and get it across immediately.’

‘The people are all excellent and bring individual expertise and skills to provide the full range of support.’

‘Rebecca Clarke always takes time to understand the full context of the advice requested.’

‘Rebecca Clarke has been approachable, timely in her responses and prepared to meet at locations of our choice. Her advice has been well communicated in straight forward language.’

‘The team at Clarke Willmott in Manchester are one of the most knowledgeable teams in the area. Paul Davies and Rebecca Clarke have been private client practitioners for a number of years and with that they bring a wealth of knowledge. They clearly define the scope of work to clients so that they know what to expect. The team are very flexible and will work to the clients’ needs.’

‘The team manages to blend a city centre presence with a personal feel. It provides a warm yet professional and contemporary environment. Like all professional, service-based businesses, people are at the heart of the offering, and the private client team are excellent.’

‘Paul Davies is an exceptional lawyer. Behind his relaxed and personable demeanour lies an impressive wealth of knowledge. On legal matters of course, but also on tax in general. Expertise in both fields, as a private client lawyer, is a rare and valuable combination.’

‘The team have a wide breadth of knowledge and take a proactive approach to problem solving.’

‘I find Lindsay Felstead very customer focused, she demystifies the law in a helpful manner.’

‘Rob Ridd has strong experience in corporate finance.’

‘Simon Thomas and the team at Clarke Willmott have supported us over a number of years and have played a pivotal role in supporting us with M&A transactions and other advice. Their guidance, support and commitment to delivering exceptional service is invaluable and their collaborative approach ensures a smooth and successful working relationship.’

‘Clarke Willmott LLP stands out by providing a unique blend of expertise, unwavering dedication, and a commitment to client success that goes beyond the ordinary.’

‘Simon Thomas’ knowledge not only ensures a comprehensive approach to legal matters, but also empowers clients with insights that anticipate challenges and capitalise on opportunities. Simon approaches each situation with a genuine enthusiasm for achieving the best outcomes for his clients and this commitment is reflected in his tireless work ethic, where going the extra mile is not just a mantra, but a fundamental part of his professional ethos.’

‘CW are pragmatic in their approach and are able to focus on what really matters for clients.’

‘Simon Smith is pragmatic, does not get unduly bogged in the detail and provides strong commercial advice to his clients.’

‘An excellent multi-disciplinary team offering a full range of services.’

‘Sam Harkness is an obvious choice for all Hunting Act cases. He knows the field intimately, he has jumped the biggest fences in the worst of conditions, and he shows consistent bravery and nous.’

‘Clarke Willmott truly care about their clients. They manage all aspects of the case closely and effectively, ensuring that clients understand and are understood. They are proactive in protecting their clients’ interests.’

‘Sam Harkness and Bridget Sanger both work tirelessly in their pursuit of clients’ interests.’

‘Proactive and diligent. Flexible and practical approach. Realistic advice. Excellent preparation.’

‘Bridget Sanger: She provides sound advice and keeps a cool head to navigate tricky problems. A wise and reassuring presence. Sam Harkness: He is a star in the making. He is a tenacious and creative practitioner who has a strong grasp of regulatory law.’

‘The team at Clarke Willmott LLP are experts in the field. Bridget Sanger leads the team. Having previously worked with her, I know that her attention to detail is superb. This extends to her written work, and also legal research. Ensuring she gives the best possible advice; no stone goes unturned! Bridget gives excellent client care; her approach with clients is fantastic, always being able to build a rapport with clients from different backgrounds.’

‘Sam Harkness is very responsive and always tenacious.’

‘Richard Moore is excellent. He is an expert in his field and works hard to obtain the best commercial result for his clients. Richard is an excellent advocate for the merits of his clients’ case, compelling yet fair and therefore highly persuasive.’

‘Alex Jakubowski is someone who clients want in their corner. He is a determined litigator with a sharp mind.’

‘David Stedman is intelligent and insightful. He combines strong legal analysis with a sharp eye for commercial value.’

‘Headed by Alex Jakubowski, the team presents a strong regional offering, with the skillset and resources to manage significant commercial cases both in value and complexity.’

‘Alex Jakubowski is a standout lawyer, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to each dispute he deals with, always keenly focused on the commercial optics and outcome as well as the legal’

‘David Stedman’s personable yet judicious approach are qualities that have seen him excel.’

‘Alex Jakubowski is phenomenal; direct, intelligent and an exceptional strategist.’

‘David Stedman consistently provides commercially aware and practical advice.’

‘One of the leading firms in the South West, with a reputation for attracting high-value and high-profile cases.’

‘Polly Ridgeway was great to deal with and everything ran smoothly.’

‘Clarke Willmott have an outstanding litigation team. They bridge the gap between regional and national, with expert lawyers who can take on everything from planning and property issues in the South West to heavy commercial litigation in London.’

‘Laura Mackain-Bremner continues to impress in commercial litigation, especially in the agricultural sphere. She is a great negotiator, as well as knowing how to achieve success through the courts where necessary.’

‘The team is professional, courteous and acts with integrity. They are always there to support clients with a first-class service.’

‘Polly Ridgeway is best in her field for agriculture, civil disputes and commercial litigation. Polly’s rare qualities make her an exceptional solicitor.’

‘Esther Woolford has encyclopaedic knowledge in commercial agricultural disputes and is the person you want on your side when the going gets tough.’

‘A top firm in the South West with real strength in depth.’

‘Clarke Willmott really stands out from previous firms I have used in the past with regards to their responsiveness which has been invaluable to me in some time-bound critical HR and employment law-related matters.’

‘Sharon Latham has been absolutely exceptional. Sharon’s very responsive and always makes time regardless of how big or small the matter may be. There is no such thing as a silly question which I have found extremely refreshing in our relationship.’

‘Sharon Latham has provided excellent support. A combination of technical expertise delivered in a user-friendly way to the underlying client, commitment to timescales and strong negotiation skills.’

‘Great lean and mean team in Bristol, servicing local private client individuals and businesses. Extremely strong and reliable. City-level service.’

‘Tim Copplestone is the nicest and fiercest man in the employment law market. Huge work ethic; putting his athletic background to good use in employment and sports disputes.’

‘Tim Copplestone brings his exceptional knowledge of the law to bear on any problem his client presents. What makes him stand out is his interpersonal skills that can win round even the toughest audience.’

‘Expert knowledge in all areas of law, experience, accessibility and timeliness in terms of responses.’

‘Dedicated to customer requirements.’

‘Exceptional lawyers – Martin Askew is my go-to guy. His knowledge is exceptional.’

‘The team at Clarke Wilmott are exceptional at dealing with complex matters efficiently and at keeping the client updated at all stages.’

‘Ken MacLennan and Stephanie Bishop are both excellent at condensing complex matters into focused correspondence which enables parties to clearly see the issues. They are always accessible and quick to respond to queries.’

‘Strong and dynamic. High level of commerciality. Junior team particularly impressive.’

‘Martin Askew – pugnacious and persistent. A very capable litigator.’

‘The team is very experienced in insolvency and also are lovely people to deal with.’

‘Martin Askew, Ken MacLennan and the Bristol Restructuring team are one of the few in the sector that provides a fully collaborative working experience. They are never too busy to take instructions, discuss issues or develop a collaborative, sensible and commercial approach to any office holder’s case issues.’

‘Ken MacLennan for his excellent legal advice, consistent availability and willingness to deliver on a timely and commercial basis.’

‘A highly experienced and professional team who strike the perfect balance of professionalism with personal care and understanding.’

‘Kerry Fifield is hard-working, proactive and clearly cares about her clients. She managed a high-value CP case and did an excellent job.’

‘Marguarita Tyne is an excellent solicitor, who takes real care with her cases, gives her clients a fantastic service and gets excellent results. She really understands what is important to clients and supports them fully through complex claims.’

‘Great interpersonal and communication skills, patience and a clear, detailed and analytical approach to issues.’

‘Marguarita Tyne leads the team with confidence, passion and understanding, she is technically outstanding, with a brilliant understanding of the most complex of cases. Kerry Fifield works tirelessly for her clients – her technical knowledge, ability to fight for the very best for her clients and great communication are to be admired.’

‘Isabel Harper provides an excellent level of service, always going that extra mile for her clients, she deals with complex matters with skill and sensitivity, and can always be relied upon to get the very best results for her clients and team.’

‘James Edmondson deals with the most complex and difficult matters with skill and effectiveness on every occasion, he is a brilliant communicator, first-class tactician and commercially savvy. Vanessa Harris is an extremely knowledgeable and affective clinical negligence practitioner, she has first-class communication skills and her client care is brilliant, technically spot on and a great negotiator too.’

‘Really knowledgeable and efficient – brilliant to work with and instil confidence in what is a difficult and emotive legal field.’

‘The whole team has an approachable and welcoming attitude, making me feel comfortable and able to face the daunting legal issues in the complex field of agriculture. The team have exhibited genuine care and empathy, taking the time to listen to my concerns. I have been supported professionally throughout this challenging process.’

‘Robert Mullen has stood out for his professionalism and meticulous attention-to-detail and unwavering support during the complex agricultural issues that I have faced over the past months. His practical and reasonable approach has resulted in a feasible solution.’

‘We have had good experiences over a number of transactions, starting with clear budgeting and good communication.’

‘CW truly cares about its clients. They manage all aspects of the case closely and effectively, ensuring that clients understand and are understood. They are proactive in protecting their clients’ interests, often to the client’s advantage and the betterment of their case.’

‘Mark Buckerfield and all the team at Clarke Willmott provide an excellent service, you never need to chase them for updates, they are very knowledgeable about their field and communicate in plain English with clients.’

‘Clarke Willmott are outstanding lawyers for the agricultural sector. They are highly trusted and respected within the industry. They deliver an unparalleled service with knowledge across all areas of the law that affect their clients.’

‘Esther Woolford is an outstanding agricultural lawyer. Clients know that they are in safe hands with her or the members of her highly experienced team.’

‘Esther Woolford is the standout practitioner leading the agriculture and estates team. She has genuine expertise, works incredibly hard for her clients and is a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Polly Ridgway is tactical, pragmatic and committed to her clients and her case management is superb.

‘Esther Woolford heads an impressive team and her breath of knowledge in Contentious trusts and probate is excellent.’

‘The firm is a great choice for probate and trusts disputes, with appropriate subject-matter expertise coupled with a well-judged and efficient approach.’

‘I would highlight the excellent work of senior associate Emma Ironside – Emma handles the procedural and substantive complexities of estate disputes with admirable clarity and precision. I have been impressed by her measured approach. ’

‘Clarke Willmott have an excellent spread of fee earners covering all areas of contentious probate, particularly with an agricultural element.’

‘Rob Mullen – does everything and does it well. Really efficient, thoughtful and has thought about things from every angle.’

‘Esther Woolford – super knowledgeable, hard working and friendly.’

‘Bonita Walters – savvy, straightforward and pragmatic.’

‘Excellent planning knowledge.’

‘They always take the time to understand the specific situation/approach, not just offer general legal advice. Their team has specialists in different areas, so I feel confident they can cover every angle.’

‘If you want a firm that’s dedicated, knowledgeable, and truly focused on you, I highly recommend them!’

‘Chris Charlton has a remarkable ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable way. This has been invaluable when making critical decisions.’

‘What sets them apart is their dedication and responsiveness. I never feel like just another client – they treat my work with genuine care and urgency. If you’re looking for solicitors who offer brilliant legal minds, unwavering commitment, and a human touch, I can’t recommend Chris Charlton enough.’

‘The planning team at Clarke Willmott is always highly responsive to client needs. The team is very experienced in all planning matters and realistic about positive engagement.’

‘Caroline Waller is excellent. Highly efficient, highly knowledgeable and highly commercial.’

‘Strong sector knowledge and commercial understanding.’

‘Stephen Harper – tenacity to resolve issues and achieve best outcome for client.’

‘Friendly team with a depth of knowledge and commitment to meeting their clients’ needs.’

‘Depth of knowledge, clarity of advice, and availability.’

‘Clarke Willmott are an exceptionally talented and very efficient firm.’

‘Wonderful people, easy to talk to, very knowledgeable within the sector. Very efficient and diligent throughout instructions.’

‘Clarke Willmott have considerable knowhow and experience. The team that I have dealt with is headed by the very competent Kary Withers and ably assisted by Aimee Davies and Henry Russell.’

‘Kary Withers and Aimee Davies come across as being highly knowledgeable in their field and user-friendly and this makes them extremely effective.’

‘Clarke Willmott are our go-to team for IT and telecoms matters. Their team is second to none in this field.’

‘Kary Withers is hugely knowledgeable in telecoms, and would always be our first call for such matters.’

‘Henry Russell is very good. I particularly like that he always keeps me fully updated at all times.’

‘The team is pragmatic, commercial and flexible.’

‘They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Fraser MacRae is an exceptional solicitor. He listens, he understands, he recommends and he protects you. More so the way he goes about his business is first class. Cool, calm and very collected.

‘Bethan Evans was one of the most professional, most personable, most knowledgeable and most dedicated solicitors that I have dealt with in 15 years of working in property.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable and helpful.’

‘The group provides very solutions-focused advice.’

‘Vicky Kells is extremely knowledgeable of lender requirements and current practice which smooths transactions through.’

‘Vicky Kells and Charlotte Lord are highly experienced in social housing security exercises.’

‘Rayner Grice, partner, has been outstanding. She has gone the extra mile, oozes competence and has delivered a flawless client service.’

‘Rayner is an exceptional family solicitor and goes above and beyond. Her fountain of knowledge and attention to detail is immeasurable.’

‘Rayner Grice, the head of the family team, provides an exceptional bespoke service, giving practical, focused advice, guiding her clients through the choppy waters of litigation.’

‘This is a team with real strength in depth. They are all experts and provide the highest level of expert advice to their clients. One of the go-to firms in the region for sophisticated clients.’

‘Rayner is an expert in the field and delivers comprehensive honest advice. Her clients respect her honesty and know that she always acts with their best interests at the forefront of her mind. She leads from the front and the rest of her team follow by delivering a service to their clients of the highest level.’

‘The team is brilliantly led by Rayner Grice. She is an astute lawyer. Very down to earth and provides her clients with practical advice rather than theories. If you are involved in high-value family proceedings, you need Rayner Grice in your corner.’

‘Adam Maguire is a standout solicitor. Technically very good and admired by clients and colleagues alike.’

‘Rayner is a tenacious, powerful and determined solicitor who is totally focused on her clients and the outcome they want. A fierce opponent with an intellect to fear. A powerhouse of a solicitor. Caroline is a talented, calm but hugely effective solicitor. She shows enormous care and compassion for her clients.’ 

‘Cathy Harris is terrific. She is friendly. She knows exactly what the right questions and issues are, and she knows how to deal with them.’

‘An excellent team of dedicated, proactive, very tough yet very pleasant people.’

‘Owen William and Cathy Harris are both outstanding individuals. They are attentive, very principled, decisive, thorough, and very pleasant to work with.’

‘Clarke Willmott in Southampton has always been very responsive and kept us up to date with proceedings regularly. They are very thorough. Their due diligence is to be applauded.’

‘Owen Williams is by far one of the best legal professionals we have worked with.’

‘The Clarke Willmott team are highly competent and nice people to deal with. They are experts by virtue of lengthy experience.’

‘They are always going above and beyond what is required. Their knowledge on key matters is exemplary.’

‘They are knowledgeable and supportive.’

‘Clarke Willmott were able to put together a skilled team to support us through a complex Employment Tribunal case. They brought strong knowledge and a great depth of detail.’

‘Everyone we worked with at Clarke Willmott made the understanding of our complex tribunal case easy. They cut through the plethora of paperwork and gave expert advice.’

‘The service I get from Clarke Willmott is 10/10. They are quick to respond and very clear in their advice.’

‘I value the relationship with Marc Long in particular as I feel he has taken time to understand us and, therefore, gets the nuances of the issues we bring to him. He and Nicole Adams have both been very prompt in responding to us and very clear in their advice.’

‘They have an excellent range of skillsets, particularly when dealing with complex HR matters and TUPE.’

‘Good client relations.’

‘Always willing to help and act promptly.’

‘The team at Clarke Willmott are very professional and do all they can to advise and support our needs. We were able to complete the transaction on plan and I was very grateful for their support in achieving this.’

‘The team is responsive, pragmatic, and efficient.’

‘The team is responsive and solution oriented.’

‘The people are very professional and friendly.’

‘Professional service and speed of delivery. The team are great to work with and are very responsive to queries.’

‘Highly experienced and knowledgeable, Vicky Kells is a pleasure to work with as she takes ownership of the transaction and leads from the front. From our clients perspective, they have impressed with the service Clarke Willmott provides when acting on our behalf. ’

‘Outstanding knowledge of the sector in question. Regarded as a go-to firm for social housing.’

‘Vicky Kells and Fraser MacRae are without doubt experts within this field.’

‘Vicky Kells is great at what she does. Her advice is clear and concise and always prompt.’

‘Charlotte Lord is fantastic. Very quick at responding with detailed advice.’

‘The team represented me in my divorce case, based on a personal recommendation. They were very supportive and very responsive, directing me through the process.’

‘An extremely capable team who are close-knit and supportive.’

‘The team is very responsive, clearly work well as a team and keep one another informed. Always keep commitments. Very happy with the service and advice they’re providing.’

‘Collaborative working makes this team a force to be reckoned with; they are thoughtful and responsive and work hard together to get the job done for their client.’

‘Chris Longbottom takes responsibility for each case, provides leadership and you really feel that the buck stops with him.’

‘Emily Finn is an extremely capable associate who is client-focused and very thorough.’

‘Chris Longbottom is a well-known and well-regarded partner in the local market. Strong support provided by associate Emily Finn whose capabilities are beyond her years of practice. They are a solid choice for clients and a safe pair of hands.’

‘Both Chris and Emily are pragmatic and approachable.’

‘They care about local government work and getting it right, working to fit client requirements.’

‘They listen and work to learn and improve on feedback.’

‘Laurence Lacey stands out for his oversight and ability to bring out the best from his team.’

‘Consistent advice in all aspects of a commercial property deal.’

‘It is always a pleasure working with Karl Brown and Philip Thompson.’

‘They are pragmatic and focus on delivering solutions. They are a pleasure to work with, and they are efficient in their work.’

‘The team is responsive and effective.’

‘The people are the key – helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and speaking good simple language.’

‘Bridget Sanger is great. Lovely manner, great knowledge and professionalism in meetings and communications. Really good person to have on my team.’

‘The team gives clear, honest, understandable advice. They never act as a postbox and always set out our options and provide a recommendation.’

‘Clarke Willmott are the best practice we have ever worked with. They have managed to combine a reassuring sense of professionalism with a genuine caring and supporting ethos which makes them unique in our view.’

‘Polite, courteous, professional and most importantly nice personnel.’

‘We work with a number of individuals, but certainly Phillip Roberts and Kayleigh Cullis​​​​ stand out as people who we believe go above and beyond with their advice, ethics and support.’

‘They were very supportive of mental and physical health needs. Even at the hearings they would pre-warn the judge of my need to take a break due to my health condition. The practice is the best I have experienced.’

‘I cannot praise Paula Squire enough, she found justice for me. She also took the time to understand the complexities of the care sector. I have rarely seen this in a solicitor.’

‘Paula Squire’s legal practice stands out due to its exceptional attention-to-detail and personalised approach, ensuring a deep understanding of clients’ situations and goals. The team’s responsiveness and commitment to keeping clients informed highlight their dedication to excellent service.’

‘The individuals in Paula Squire’s team distinguish themselves through a unique blend of sensitivity and professionalism, particularly when navigating challenging discussions. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to handle delicate matters with ease, ensuring these conversations feel less daunting for clients.’

‘A comprehensive team with specialisms across the board, leading to a well-rounded team offering.’

‘Lee Hart went above and beyond, I felt he had my best interests at heart. I could fully trust Lee and his advice.’

‘The client care is second to none. There is a wealth of experience across all aspects of personal injury work. There is a willingness to take on and fight difficult cases.’

‘Lee Hart is the standout partner. He has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of traumatic brain injury cases. He is proactive and forward thinking in his approach, and cases are prepared meticulously.’

‘Lee Hart is (exceptionally in each case) determined, calm, experienced, empathetic and professional.’

‘They are experts in their field of personal injury cases. Their communication and provision of documents is excellent and efficient.’

‘Lee Hart is a lovely personable individual who gets a balance between being professional and top class whilst still caring about his clients as individuals who are going through life-changing injuries. He will go the extra mile to make sure they get the help and support they need. Working with him is a pleasure and he is very efficient, thoughtful and responsive.’

‘Very experienced in dealing with complex and high-value personal injury claims for claimants.’

‘Lee Hart is tenacious and goes the extra mile for his clients. He is always one step ahead of the game.’

‘Chris Taylor is a really grounded and sensible practitioner, who thinks through all the issues carefully and is a pleasure to work for.’

‘Expert knowledge of their area of law.’

‘Alex Jakubowski has strong knowledge of negligence cases, not just from a legal standpoint, but he knows how to “talk” bank language when explaining the case to stakeholders at all levels. Honest and realistic in his appraisal of cases and has successfully delivered positive results.’

‘A strong team.’

‘Alex Jakubowski is a really effective, no-nonsense litigator.’

‘Alex Jakubowski is our partner at Clarke Willmott and frankly he is a brilliant lawyer and is my preference to use for any of this work.’

‘Clarke Willmott provides clients with a first-rate service. The intellect of Gareth Schofield is unrivalled in Bristol. He overseas a dedicated team who together offer realistic advice delivered with a high level of professionalism. I would send friends and family to Clarke Willmott.’

‘Gareth Schofield has a brain the size of a planet whilst being professional, pragmatic and very approachable. Leonie Browning works closely with Gareth Schofield and she is a strong junior solicitor. Philippa Yeo is meticulous in her preparation whilst ensuring that the main points of her client’s case retain focus.’

‘A firm right at the top of the sector. No lack of resources, good employee retention, a good mix of lawyers with outstanding leadership.’

‘Gareth Schofield has for years been one of the go-to lawyers in the sector. He is ably supported by Clare Webb and Phillipa Yeo. ’

‘From top to bottom, they offer a full service across the board. There is real quality in the family and real estate teams in Bristol and Taunton – used to high-end farming/complex business cases. I have nothing but the highest praise for the ethos and direction of the firm. ’

‘Phillips Yeo is an exceptionally impressive solicitor – she has a great following giving robust and realistic advice. Will go the extra mile. When instructed by her it feels as though one is part of a team.’

‘The best firm doing financial remedy work I know.’

‘Rebecca Aston-Jones approaches her cases strategically. She is perceptive, and warm towards clients whilst delivering commercially sound advice in an understandable way. She is responsive to communication and will always make time to discuss a point in a case when the need arises. ’

‘The team understands rural businesses and is technically excellent.’

‘I enjoy working with David Maddock because of his technical expertise and how he works collaboratively with other professionals and clients.’

‘Strong sector knowledge.’

‘The contacts I have are always approachable and respond efficiently.’

‘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.’

‘The team are friendly, professional and right on the money.’

‘Tim Copplestone knows sport, the business of sport and the challenges of sport, and he also knows how to find a way through the most tangled maze.’

‘Clarke Willmott LLP are easily accessible, diligent, reliable, trustworthy, and meticulous in case preparation, touching on the very least of details when providing advice.’

‘Clarke Willmott LLP are a team that highly meet my expectations and deliver excellent services throughout. They answer my questions and provide me with objective advice.’

‘The team at Clarke Willmott LLP has an incredible and magnificent depth and breadth. In each particular case I come up with, they provide strong, efficient and effective advice and results are there to prove it all. They know what the purpose of their work is, and everyone has a clear understanding of their responsibilities.’

‘Emily Hope has proven to be a solid and accomplished lawyer who can be trusted with cases of the highest complexity. She has a combining exceptional technical knowledge and meticulous attention to detail with a personable approach. She always strives to achieve her client’s objectives.’

‘Emily Hope and her team are outstanding; always readily available to provide advice and support. They were innovative with obtaining the first Youth Injunction Order for our organisation, sourcing appropriate legal counsel with the skills and knowledge to achieve the desired outcome to safely protect victims and the community.’

‘Emily Hope is an exceptional solicitor. She is dedicated, knowledgeable, compassionate and a credit to Clarke Willmott LLP.’

‘The team is one of the strongest social housing teams in the country. They have high levels of expertise across the team and are a pleasure to work with. My experience is that they always go above any beyond for their clients.’

‘Emily Hope is a real stand out. I have worked with her on a number of matters. She is a delight to work with. She is able to deal with extremely technical legal questions with ease, but also provide pragmatic and practical advice. I could not recommend her highly enough.’

‘The team provides solid and solutions-focused advice.’

‘Vicky Kells is extremely knowledgeable of lender requirements and current practice which smooths transactions through.’

‘Vicky Kells and Clare Gregory are outstanding and provide solutions not just recommendations.’

‘Extremely knowledgeable, flexible and hard-working. The Clarke Wilmott team are very professional, embrace new technologies of communication and importantly translate very complex important legal terms/clauses with care and attention to ensure you fully understand.’

‘Kim Klahn is approachable, experienced and very knowledgeable. Kim will fight your corner with extreme vigour and advise you in layman’s terms. Kim is transparent, concise and efficient, and I would definitely recommend anybody to utilise her services.��

‘Technically capable, friendly and approachable, the complete package.’

‘Kim Klahn is a technically gifted lawyer. I have worked with her for many, many years. She is my go-to for those deals where I anticipate some complex issues may arise. She is able to break down complicated points of law into language that clients understand and knows how to drive through the required changes in an efficient and pragmatic manner.’

‘I have recently worked with Aidan Clucas in Kim’s team, who is a very talented young lawyer.’

‘Peter Brewer – I was highly impressed by his diligence, aptitude and commercial acumen; he brings a welcome calm to often frenetic litigation.’

‘A small but excellent team who works together.’

‘Paul Griffiths uses his considerable experience to provide commercial solutions for his clients in disputes, seeking to avoid litigation. He instills confidence in his clients by his excellent manner and intellectual ability. Peter Brewer pursues claims with strategic aims which achieve excellent results for his clients.’

‘Phil Edwards. Experienced and unflappable. First-class service to those who have suffered injuries of the upmost severity. Are very involved with providers of the very latest developments in prosthetics and other aids and equipment, to help maximise recovery.’

‘Philip Edwards is one of the very best personal injury litigators in the country. Vast experience in dealing with cases of the upmost severity, including severe spinal injury, brain damage and amputations. Always puts his client’s interests first.’

‘CW are a team who are highly experienced, offering a plethora of services covering all common areas. Often (in my experience), similar firms which have offerings of this nature and size tend to lose sight of the personal touch. This is one of the many areas which CW separates themselves from the rest’.

‘Phil Edwards – Excellent at both his role but also one of the nicest gentlemen you could wish to meet. He has an aptitude to overcome problems in a creative way, whilst ensuring his client-centred approach remains intact.’

‘Clarke Willmott have specialist expertise but lack the impersonal corporate atmosphere of some of the very big practices. This combination helps me greatly as an expert witness and I am sure extends to clients as well. ’

‘I have worked mostly with Phil Edwards who has been excellent. Personable and very knowledgeable, we have formed a mutually supportive working relationship.’

‘The knowledge and expertise of the team is exceptional, which is partnered by a down-to-earth approach to clients and excellent communication skills. The team are focused on getting the very best rehabilitation outcomes for their clients and to enhance their quality of life.’

‘I never fail to be impressed by Mr Edwards’ commitment, knowledge and ability to engage with clients with the most complex needs and their significant others. He is a highly experienced and knowledgeable lawyer. He is a strong advocate for rehabilitation.’

‘We always endeavour to use Clarke Willmott LLP as our preferred legal partner and first choice where no conflicts exist.’

‘Every individual we have worked with has a very keen eye for detail, incredibly well-articulated, but most importantly, they look for the least confrontational means to reach a mutually agreeable solution. This is so important as it reflects how we like to operate as a business, working towards a fair and reasonable outcome.’

‘Knowledgeable team with a pragmatic approach.’

‘Excellent communicator with a thorough knowledge of their industry – Andrew Stokes.’

‘Great attention to detail, and committed to achieving the client’s goals.’

‘John Flint has developed an extremely strong team in Manchester. Clarke Wilmott has very good commercial lawyers at all levels.’

‘John Flint is an extremely impressive individual. He has great tactical acumen and is invariably one step ahead of his opposite number.’

‘Geraldine Stephens is extremely diligent and personable.’

‘Louise Godwin is a brilliant lawyer. She gets into the detail of cases, and is able to pull them together in a way that is easy for a judge to understand. Very strong on commercial fraud.’

‘Personal and tailored service, very easy to work with.’

‘We always find the Clarke Willmott team a pleasure to deal with. They are very proactive and personable individuals who have joined-up thinking which enables them to deliver a very good service to their clients.’

‘Pragmatic, efficient and solutions-oriented. ’

‘Technically capable, responsive and commercial. The team includes a good mix of juniors and seniors, meaning they are both well resourced but are also able to offer the right level of experience for any given matter.’

‘Iain Harrison is a technically able lawyer.’

‘They continue to adopt a practical and commercial approach on the works undertaken. Approachable, friendly and straight forward.’

‘Andrew Stokes is approachable, helpful, practical and commercial. Willing to reciprocate business and great to work with.’

‘A strong team with good knowledge and pragmatic approach’

‘The team is extremely collaborative and supportive and goes out of its way to assist.’

‘Good at building relationships and provide a prompt service.’

‘The practice has proved invaluable in its understanding and appreciation of issues relating to charitable organisations and the impact they might have. Working across their team of specialists within given disciplines we have been able to navigate tricky positions without heavily impacting on our finances.’

‘The attorneys are so responsive and give you peace of mind that your case is high priority.’

‘A full-service firm with high-calibre specialist lawyers. Seamless operation and first-class client service.‘

‘Clarke Willmott were extremely helpful in assisting us with our case. They tailored our experience and allocated an individual for us to deal with, which really helped. We were able to deal with our case efficiently and effectively and really recommend Clarke Willmott.’

‘Great client focus and astute understanding of the commercial realities of litigation.’

‘Louise Rogers was fantastic throughout. She never failed to assist in our needs and as our case was urgent, she ensured she gave us the time we needed.’

‘Louise Rogers is a walking bible of employment legislation. She is a strategic and smooth operator, able to think on her feet and has a clear eye at all times on her client’s objectives. A smart, no-nonsense lawyer who is well regarded by her clients and colleagues.’

‘The partners we have worked with genuinely place themselves in our shoes when considering our needs and offer the advice and guidance we need rather than what we would like. They work tirelessly in building and maintaining a strong bond of trust which we truly appreciate.’

‘Clarke Willmott really stands out from previous firms I have used in the past with regards to their responsiveness which has been invaluable to me in some time-bound critical HR and employment law-related matters.’

‘Sharon Latham has been absolutely exceptional. Sharon’s very responsive and always makes time regardless of how big or small the matter may be. There is no such thing as a silly question which I have found extremely refreshing in our relationship.’

‘Sharon Latham has provided excellent support. A combination of technical expertise delivered in a user-friendly way to the underlying client, commitment to timescales and strong negotiation skills.’

‘Great lean and mean team in Bristol, servicing local private client individuals and businesses. Extremely strong and reliable. City-level service.’

‘Tim Copplestone is the nicest and fiercest man in the employment law market. Huge work ethic; putting his athletic background to good use in employment and sports disputes.’

‘Tim Copplestone brings his exceptional knowledge of the law to bear on any problem his client presents. What makes him stand out is his interpersonal skills that can win round even the toughest audience.’

‘Expert knowledge in all areas of law, experience, accessibility and timeliness in terms of responses.’

‘Dedicated to customer requirements.’

‘Excellent planning knowledge.’

‘They always take the time to understand the specific situation/approach, not just offer general legal advice. Their team has specialists in different areas, so I feel confident they can cover every angle.’

‘If you want a firm that’s dedicated, knowledgeable, and truly focused on you, I highly recommend them!’

‘Chris Charlton has a remarkable ability to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable way. This has been invaluable when making critical decisions.’

‘What sets them apart is their dedication and responsiveness. I never feel like just another client – they treat my work with genuine care and urgency. If you’re looking for solicitors who offer brilliant legal minds, unwavering commitment, and a human touch, I can’t recommend Chris Charlton enough.’

‘The planning team at Clarke Willmott is always highly responsive to client needs. The team is very experienced in all planning matters and realistic about positive engagement.’

‘Caroline Waller is excellent. Highly efficient, highly knowledgeable and highly commercial.’

‘They were very supportive of mental and physical health needs. Even at the hearings they would pre-warn the judge of my need to take a break due to my health condition. The practice is the best I have experienced.’

‘I cannot praise Paula Squire enough, she found justice for me. She also took the time to understand the complexities of the care sector. I have rarely seen this in a solicitor.’

‘Paula Squire’s legal practice stands out due to its exceptional attention-to-detail and personalised approach, ensuring a deep understanding of clients’ situations and goals. The team’s responsiveness and commitment to keeping clients informed highlight their dedication to excellent service.’

‘The individuals in Paula Squire’s team distinguish themselves through a unique blend of sensitivity and professionalism, particularly when navigating challenging discussions. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to handle delicate matters with ease, ensuring these conversations feel less daunting for clients.’

‘A comprehensive team with specialisms across the board, leading to a well-rounded team offering.’

‘They are pragmatic and focus on delivering solutions. They are a pleasure to work with, and they are efficient in their work.’

‘The team is responsive and effective.’