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Greene & Greene

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Clients of Greene & Greene in Bury St Edmunds note that ‘the partnership oozes traditional values without being stuffy or intimidating – a difficult balancing act which they deliver with aplomb’. The firm handles many complex taxable estates, and acts for numerous high-net-worth clients. Chartered tax adviser Wayne Perrin and property and estate specialist Jonathan Mathers, who has extensive experience in both property and private client work, are the leads. Key names to note include ‘knowledgeable, responsive and efficient' senior associate and full STEP member Zoe Hodge; ’utterly professional and patient‘ tax director Nigel Scase; and 2022-promoted 'thorough, personably and efficient' partner Martine Swaep, play key roles in the practice.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Nigel Scase act assiduously on issues for us, remaining utterly professional and patient throughout difficult processes. He and his firm have advised clearly and acted efficiently.'

  • ‘A personal touch with good and prompt communications to clients. The partnership oozes traditional values without being stuffy or intimidating - a difficult balancing act which they deliver with aplomb.’

  • ‘Nigel Scase is considerate, sympathetic and highly professional. I can’t personally thank him enough.’

  • 'Our US to UK-related assistance required with our wills was handled with ease.'

  • 'Martine Swaep is thorough, clear in her explanations, personable and efficient. Nothing is too much trouble. The other staff members are all pleasant to deal with also and everything is handled smoothly. We felt confident we were in good hands throughout. Our overall experience was excellent, and we unreservedly recommend Ms Swaep.'

  • ‘All the people that I have met at the firm have always been extremely polite and helpful.'

  • ‘Martine Swaep is exceedingly kind and patient with me.’

  • ‘Zoe Hodge is friendly, helpful, approachable, knowledgeable, responsive and efficient.’

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Rising stars

Leading individuals

Next Generation Partners

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Wayne Perrin, Jonathan Mathers

Other key lawyers

Zoe Hodge, Nigel Scase, Martine Swaep