Agriculture & Rural Affairs - Midlands
What the Team is Known For
FBC Manby Bowdler has offices throughout the West Midlands, including Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury. Its well-regarded team is adept at advising on the sale and purchase of agricultural land, agricultural tenancies, diversification opportunities and renewable energy schemes, as well as mineral and sporting issues. It also has expertise in equestrian transactions and can assist private clients with tax-efficient structuring and succession planning.
Strengths
"FBC Manby Bowdler's agricultural team have assisted with a range of complex and unusual matters over the years and have an excellent reputation for delivering practical and understandable advice."
"The team at FBC is very diverse in terms of background, character and expertise. This brings a wealth of knowledge and allows suitable approaches to be devised to match the circumstances."
"FBC Manby Bowdler definitely have their finger on the pulse."
Notable Practitioners
Sarah Baugh advises landed estate clients and other landowners on their property and business assets, including succession and tax planning matters. "Sarah is an all-round good solicitor." "Sarah is professional and approachable."
Tom Devey's expertise spans agriculture and rural land transactions, partnership agreements and development matters. "Tom regularly works with my clients and they really appreciate his advice."