Department profile
Clarke Willmott LLP

Crime

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Clarke Willmott LLP

Rankings

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Crime - South West

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Clarke Willmott provides criminal defence services from its offices in Taunton and Bristol, representing individuals under investigation for a variety of general and serious criminal offences. It has notable expertise in criminal matters that concern rural and agricultural affairs, such as animal cruelty, hunting and firearms-related offences.

Strengths

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  • Clarke Willmott go above and beyond what is required of them.

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  • They have a good knowledge resource base and a good team of lawyers.

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  • There is a breadth of knowledge across the team, ensuring informed and reliable responses to enquiries.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Bridget Sanger
    Band 2Bridget Sanger

    Bridget Sanger

    Bridget Sanger has a wide-ranging practice that includes significant experience in general and serious criminal defence, particularly as it pertains to the agricultural sector.

    • Bridget Sanger is strong, incisive and knowledgeable.

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    • Bridget Sanger is calm, considered and professional.

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  • Associates to watchSam Harkness
    Associates to watchSam Harkness

    Sam Harkness

    Sam Harkness has notable experience in criminal law, including specialist knowledge of offences that relate to animal welfare.

    • Sam Harkness is utterly dependable with strong client rapport.

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Ranked Individuals at Clarke Willmott LLP (2)

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