Agriculture & Rural Affairs
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 1
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Withers provides property and tax advice to international owners of agricultural and landed estates. Withers assists with the sale, purchase and inheritance of rural property. Its team also has expertise in rural land diversification matters, including alternative energy developments.
Strengths
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"There is excellent continuity in its team which enables clients to build long-lasting relationships whatever their needs."
"Withers provides excellent all-round advice."
"There is excellent continuity in its team which enables clients to build long-lasting relationships whatever their needs."
"Withers provides excellent all-round advice."
Notable Practitioners
Bertie Hoskyns-Abrahall is an experienced agricultural lawyer who often acts for landowners and estates. He handles major landed estates transactions as well as advising on rural land management and succession issues.
"Bertie has a very good and practical understanding of how the industry works."
Matthew Woods is well regarded in the market due to his expertise in agricultural matters, often involving tax and succession planning.
"Matthew Woods is an excellent all-round performer."
"Matthew is hugely intelligent and capable with a sensible, practical approach. He is a true expert."
Edward Jarron has experience in agricultural matters, including the sale and acquisition of rural property, tax planning and development matters.
"Edward Jarron is a good communicator as well as being pragmatic and efficient."
Ranked Lawyers at
Withers LLP
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