England - West Midlands • Private client
Shakespeare Martineau LLP
Peter Snodgrass is at the helm at Shakespeare Martineau LLP and is a known name for his advice on various property transactions (including promotion agreements) and for his work on HS2 claims. The group regularly advises on transactions involving farms and rural land and is also recommended for its work on renewable energy schemes and on natural capital projects. Another core area of expertise is advising on agricultural tenancies as well as providing succession planning and tax advice. The group is also skilled at handling farm litigation and planning matters. Newly promoted partner Jennie Wheildon, covers a wide range of agricultural matters including advising on diversification projects and agricultural tenancies.
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- 'All the staff I have dealt with have been very approachable. Have used online meetings rather than have to go to the office which has been very useful'.
- 'Peter Snodgrass as always is very knowledgeable and helpful for the more complex aspects of a farm sale'.
- 'The Stratford Office is particularly focused on agriculture and its associated legal problems. There is good advice over a whole range of subjects'.
- 'Peter Snodgrass is an extremely capable, clever and thoughtful solicitor, who is very interested in agriculture and its associated work. Jennie Wheildon is a very capable lawyer who is very good'.
- 'The team is headed up by Peter Snodgrass and they are always ready to answer any conveyancing queries our clients or we may have'.
- 'Having the Agricultural Dept readily available is invaluable to us , the rules and regulations constantly change and they are always up to date with these changes. Answers on farm tenancies, forestry, farm payment schemes and a myriad of other queries are always answered promptly'.
- 'Jennie Wheildon is a delight to work with and instantly wins the confidence of our clients to solve any of the additional rules and regulations for overseas buyers. Jennie’s advice is always clear and her work is extremely thorough'.
- ' SM offer a superb service, whilst being totally approachable to both us as agents and to our clients. We will look forward to working with them again throughout the coming year'.
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Peter Snodgrass