Chambers & Partners 2009
Agriculture and Rural Affairs



Cheltenham

This firm has a substantial landed estates practice with a sizeable, eminent clientele and is noted for its advisory work on the Finance Act 2006 as well as a myriad of trust-related taxation. The firm is also particularly strong on tax planning exercises and restructuring; it is also engaged in agricultural litigation work and land diversification issues. Clients enthuse about the team's "speedy reaction times" and appreciate its ability "to cover everything we need." The "very thorough, very user-friendly" nature of the firm is also hailed by its loyal client base. Head of the team, the "extremely intelligent and easy to work with" Christopher Page is applauded for his "sensible and thoughtful approach" and understanding manner. Property litigation specialist Vanessa Watson is a recent addition from London firm Stephenson Harwood; peers have remarked upon her strength.