Birketts LLP is renowned for the strength of its private wealth practice, for which Cambridge is a key hub. Led by Caroline Stenner and 'knowledgeable and responsive' up-and-coming partner Rachel Winter, the team acts for many of the largest businesses, farming families and entrepreneurs in the area, handling the full range of private client advisory matters, as well as offering niche advice on equine, family business and natural capital issues. Legal director Alex Hunt has 'an eye for detail, and an enthusiastic thirst for complex knowledge'. STEP-qualified senior associates Kimberly Sayward (who has 'a commendable grasp of her subject and clients' needs') and James Marsh are also recommended.
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‘ Very experienced team with excellent client-handling skills.’
‘ Kimberly Sayward has a commendable grasp of her subject and clients' needs.’
‘Very reliable and at the forefront of this area of law.’
'The team is friendly, approachable and highly responsive to a client's needs. Their strength is the depth of expertise, with a wide range of fee earners with different specialties.'
'Kimberly Sayward is a key player in the team, with quiet confidence, meticulous preparation and advice and an excellent manner with clients. She makes my clients feel at ease immediately and can explain complex ideas with ease. Alex Hunt joined the team and is a fantastic addition. His strength is his eye for detail, an enthusiastic thirst for complex knowledge, and translating that to professionals and clients alike.'
‘Strong technically, easy to work with and good client relationships.’
'Knowledgeable and responsive.'
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Rachel Winter, Caroline Stenner