Birketts LLP‘s ’exceptional practice’ handles the full range of private client matters from Cambridge, thanks to a deep bench of experienced lawyers led by key partner Caroline Stenner. Another name to note in the team is Rachel Winter who is regarded as being ‘someone you can fully trust to give you the best advice to fit your circumstances’. STEP-qualified senior associates Kimberly Sayward who is ’precise, efficient and has a high level of attention-to-detail’; James Marsh; and Alex Hunt, who joined from Mills & Reeve LLP in January 2023, also play pivotal roles in the practice.

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‘This to my mind is an exceptional practice in that they value you as a person, not simply as a client for a source of income, by offering legal solutions to fit your needs rather than forcing you to take a solution you may not be entirely happy with.'
'They are transparent about costs from the outset so you know where you are, and they respond when contacted.'
‘When you engage a solicitor to look after your personal affairs you need someone with sound professional knowledge and experience that you can fully trust to give you the best advice to fit your circumstances and family situation. Rachel Winter is one such, I feel extremely fortunate to have her as my advisor. She would be a good role model for a junior in private client work.’
‘The team are able to take a big picture view and are pragmatic when dealing with problems.’
‘Kimberley Sayward has a sharp mind and is able to advise on complex family matters. Her experience with Family Investment Companies is unrivalled in Cambridge.’
‘A key player in East Anglia with major clients in personal tax, trusts and probate. The team's strength is the depth of their expertise on both domestic and international matters.’
‘The standout individual is Kimberly Sayward: she is precise, efficient and has a high level of attention-to-detail.’
‘Rachel Winter is responsive, warm and reassuring with clients with a great all-round knowledge.’