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Clarke Willmott LLP

Agriculture & Rural Affairs

UK Guide 2026 : South West

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Clarke Willmott LLP

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Agriculture & Rural Affairs - South West

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Clarke Willmott benefits from historical links to major agricultural institutions. It advises clients on a broad range of transactional and contentious rural property matters. The firm houses agricultural specialists in a number of practice groups, including employment, family and planning. It offers in-depth expertise in relation to landed estates and advises landowners on the management of rural estates.
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Work Highlights

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  • Clarke Willmott acted for nutrient credit provider Green Agri in establishing a number of nutrient credits banks around the county including in Somerset, Wiltshire and Norfolk.

Strengths

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  • There is a breadth of knowledge across the Clarke Willmott team, ensuring informed and reliable responses to enquiries. They show dedication and commitment to clients.

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  • Clarke Willmott's client service ethic is huge.

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  • Clarke Willmott has a team of specialist with extensive experience in agricultural law. They understand me and my needs.

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  • The Clarke Willmott team is proactive, efficient and knowledgeable.

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  • Clarke Willmott really do have a super understanding of the agricultural sector. They are very sensitive to the needs of these clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Esther Woolford
    Esther Woolford

    Esther Woolford

    Esther Woolford leads the agricultural team at Clarke Willmott. She is a solicitor advocate and specialises in agricultural property litigation and contentious probate matters.

    • Esther Woolford is a real force to be reckoned with. She is incredibly bright, organised and strategic. She knows her clients and will make sure she meets their needs.

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  • Mark Buckerfield
    Mark Buckerfield

    Mark Buckerfield

    Mark Buckerfield is a specialist agricultural and rural residential property practitioner. He handles sales and purchases of farms and other rural properties, agricultural landlord and tenant matters and related rural land issues.

    • Mark Buckerfield is very efficient, knowledgeable and personable.

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    • Mark has the ability to look at transactions holistically and commercially. He is a solution-finder.

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  • Rod Lloyd-Jones
    Rod Lloyd-Jones

    Rod Lloyd-Jones

    Rod Lloyd-Jones advises on rural land transactions, including sales and purchases of farms and rural residential property. His clients include landed estates.
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  • David Maddock
    David Maddock

    David Maddock

    David Maddock specialises in assisting rural landowners in tax planning matters. He is adept at advising on IHT and CGT strategies.

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