Barr Ellison LLP

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘Unlike other practices we have interacted with on commercial property Barr Ellison just picked up the brief and progressed matters without unnecessary artificial complication’

• ‘Kelly Peck immediately comprehended our requirements in an unusual option/lease agreement and her expertise was always evident. Our wordings were demanding but they were incorporated succinctly and with professionalism. We felt comfortable with her acting for us.’

• ‘Exceptional communications; pragmatic approach to risk; clear willingness to signal when a term is unacceptable; informal contacts with opposite numbers tht are productive rather than confrontational’

• 'Kelly Peck was exceptional. Her communication and calm under pressure was fantastic as we navigated the purchase of some land.'

• ‘They have always been incredibly responsive and skillful across a multitude of different buildings and complex challenges. We find them to be a hugely competent and social engaged, but also very approachable firm which always meets our needs.’

• ‘We worked for a long time with Elizabeth Deyong who was absolutely pre-eminent in her field in this region. Lucy Harrison worked alongside her and has learnt from the best, becoming our go-to person for all our property work. We value her efficiency, strong work ethic, commitment as well as generosity.’

• ‘Friendly and motivated team. Very impressed with their speed of execution.’

• ‘Kelly Peck and her team - motivated, friendly and very responsive. Good at problem solving and quick to execute.’

• ‘Barr Ellison Commercial Property's strength is its professionalism and approachable attitude. They are never too busy to respond and spend time advising their clients. They try their best to understand their client's business, aspiration and values; and will work with their client to achieve the goal.’

• ‘I have known Kelly Peck, Partner at Barr Ellison Commercial Property, for years. Her wealth of knowledge and experience in commercial leases is extremely valuable. She also always applies her commercial acremen and practical approach to smooth the transaction to reach an amicable solution within the legal framework for all parties, which is a breath of fresh air and makes her stand out from their partners. Kelly also has a 'can do' attitude which makes her a real pleasure to work with. Her advice is professional, precise and easy to understand.’

• ‘They are very competent and knowledgable within their field. They have been very helpful in getting leases completed for key clients and preparing documentation for tenants in the middle of the covid pandemic. They know the clients we deal with in Cambridge very well and understand the complexities of the retail market and what is required in this unique city.’

• ‘Kelly Peck has always been more than happy to help with any query, she is extremely approachable and personable, which is not always found with some solicitors! The whole commercial property's team ability to view the bigger picture and understand how the college's work with their retail tenants has made our lives as the commercial surveyors much easier. When we have had complex deals ongoing in the middle of the pandemic Lucy was brilliant at attending online meetings to help us bottom out the finer details and explaining the legal implications of the commercial points.’

• 'Barr Ellison's Commercial Team functions very well together and there is always someone to help with a query, on the rare occasion your main contact is not available. They are very knowledgeable, experienced, and quick to respond, which is essential when running a property investment business. We have never had to wait long for an answer to a query and they deliver results. The company as a whole has a good array of legal disciplines in house and we have found that the Commercial Team integrate and communicate very well across the different disciplines. The team are very welcoming and friendly, and you know you can trust them completely with difficult business decisions.'

• 'We work often with Kelly Peck. She is friendly, very knowledgeable, and quick to respond to queries. Her advice has always been well informed, sound and business oriented. She understands that we have deadlines in business and does her utmost to ensure we make them. She has the invaluable ability to be able to translate legalese into understandable language, and we are never left wondering. We would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who needs a commercial lawyer, she goes above and beyond our expectations.'

• ‘They are a very professional and diligent team who have supported my business for a number of years now. I have been very impressed with the service and have never felt the need to look elsewhere for legal work.’

• ‘They are very personable and we have had a number of social engagements over the years which have been great fun and help build the bond and trust between us professionally.’

• ‘Expert advice delivered in a timely manner.’

• ‘Kelly Peck is calm and efficient. One of the best land sales lawyers I have dealt with.’

• ‘Kelly Peck was recommended to us, we engaged her in July 2021, the impact from Kelly was immediate and rapid progress was made. The greatest change to me was the direct line to Kelly and to receive an immediate response, this was an innovation I had not experienced with any other Solicitor, the rapid progress made on the case as a result of this immediate contact was outstanding, I will stay with Kelly and engage her for all our property matters.’

• ‘The change from our previous Solicitors conduct to Kelly Peck was outstanding, she answered my calls immediately, she kept me informed of progress, she was persistent in making progress with the Council, it was so satisfying to work with someone who was so efficient and effective and so different from our experience with our previous Solicitor. I will use Kelly and her team for all our property matters.’

• ‘Barr Ellison handled our office move and besides being reasonable in so far as their fees were concerned, they were very proactive and efficient, which was exactly what was needed.’

• ‘Good local reputation with experience in their fields of law. They are professional in their approach and delivery of information. They keep me informed of the process and flag early any potential problems or areas of concern. They are competitive and provide quotes in a timely manner.’

• ‘I primarily work with Kelly Peck. She is very professional and experienced. She is also very approachable and returns calls and emails swiftly. Kelly keep me informed all along the process.’

• ‘The practice has a definite family feel making personal contact and hands on help readily available with flexibility and plenty of communication at every level and stage of the projects placed in their hands for advice, processing and completion’

• ‘Over the years we have dealt with a number of the partners and associates who work within the practice and all have always proved to be both diligent and professional in their approach.’

• ‘Elizabeth Deyong established a very able team at Barr Ellison, well informed about property and development around Cambridge. I have found them very helpful, imaginative and careful throughout my dealings with them.’

• ‘Elizabeth Deyong was outstanding. She has now retired but still acts as a consultant. Kelly Peck is now the partner and continues Elizabeth's support and guidance. Much of the work done recently has been by Associate Lucy Harrison. Lucy has been quick and careful in dealing with matters. She has imagination and explains issues and opportunities well and clearly.’

• ‘We are relatively new to the firm but have dealt with Kelly Peck previously. She was one of the main reasons we moved to Barr Ellison. Her client care is exceptional. If I have a legal query or problem I know I only need to make a single call and the matter will be dealt with.’

• ‘Barr Ellison have an honest and reliable feel with a long established and prominent Cambridge office. They are professional as you would expect, but are also motivated and personable in a way that larger firms might struggle to replicate. They are flexible and sensible and don't seem to be hindered by overtly 'corporate' procedures. The company's processes are not high-tech, but ultimately the human input and internal balance determines outcomes and on this I can't fault them.’

• ‘Our key point of contact Kelly Peck is dynamic, energetic and dedicated. Sarah Payne is an efficient and useful aid with dispute matters. Tracey Laflin is an efficient communicator and calm presence throughout the conveyancing process.’

• ‘This is a small but responsive practice with a good local network of private clients.’

• ‘Kelly Peck is responsive and professional in her approach and provides a service that is well-tailored to the needs to her clients.’

• ‘The practice has expertise in many areas, but still feels a warm family practice. This family feel is lost on many other practices of similar size.’

• ‘Kelly Peck is an outstanding individual, that I trust impeccably with my business. Her due diligence in the smaller details is outstanding.’

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Kelly Peck

Barr Ellison LLP

Commercial Property Partner