Alexandra Phillips and Susan Morrissy co-head the department at MFG Solicitors LLP, which primarily focuses on succession planning matters. Its emphasis is on ensuring that estate owners and farmers can pass the farm down to the next generation. The group also covers a wide spectrum of other matters, such as pre-nuptial agreements and divorces, as well as various contentious and corporate matters. Iain Morrison has developed a strong reputation for his advice to landowners and farmers looking to enter into option and promotion agreements for strategic land development. Tom Bell is another name to note for his work across a variety of agricultural matters. Helen Gough joined Seymour Legal as a consultant.
Testimonials
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- 'MFG has the expertise to help our business in many different ways. Responses to queries are dealt with quickly and efficiently, giving sound and invaluable advice which is clear to understand.'
- 'Alexandra Phillips is instrumental in ensuring that the team deliver in a responsive way.'
Key clients
- Griffiths
- Evington
Work highlights
- Acted on behalf of Robert Griffiths in relation to the sale of Cot Wood Farm for £700,000 and the related purchase of Trawsnant, a smallholding in Wales, for £460,000.
- Acted on behalf of Pamela Halliday in relation to a complex sale of land with the benefit of planning permission and subject to overage provisions, for £520,000.