UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley
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The Agricultural and Rural Land team at Field Seymour Parkes brings together the combined expertise of specialist lawyers with many years of experience dealing with complex legal issues relating to rural and agricultural matters. The niche team prides itself on offering the farming community a one-stop shop for all a rural business’ needs.
Hazel Eccles and James Burgess both have significant experience in all aspects of rural work. The team deals with a wide-range of legal issues that affect rural clients, including sales and acquisitions, all aspects of rural diversification from renewable energy projects to re-development of land into housing or other planning schemes, along with offering a full range of services to deal with succession planning.
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Field Seymour Parkes has a broad agricultural practice in Reading. It advises farmers and landowners on planning and the development of agricultural land. The group also assists clients with succession planning, tax and estate planning, wills and asset protection. Field Seymour Parkes also represents clients in diversification, renewable energy projects and other environmental matters.
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Field Seymour Parkes' strengths are excellent communication and attention to detail. The team fully understands the issue at stake and overcomes obstacles.
Field Seymour Parkes have a very good understanding of their subject and give exceptional advice on complex matters in the agricultural industry.
Field Seymour Parkes has available partners and good subject knowledge.
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Hazel Eccles advises farmers, landowners and landed estates on agricultural property matters. She often advises on high-value land transactions.
I am very glad to be able to count on Hazel.
Hazel is excellent in her field and great to work with.
James Burgess deals with a broad range of agricultural and rural property matters, and has particular expertise in handling rural developments.
James Burgess gives you really practical advice. He is business-focused and realistic.
James Burgess is a super lawyer with years of experience to handle a variety of matters.
James consistently provided clear guidance, explained complex legal matters in accessible terms, and always responded promptly and thoroughly to my queries.
Kelsie gives good pragmatic advice. She is always a joy to work with.
Kelsie has a wealth of experience which she applies in dealing with each matter in a practical way.
Laura Czapski acts for farmers, landowners and landed estates on a wide range of agricultural property transactions.
Head of Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Agriculture & Rural Affairs
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Laura Czapski
Laura Czapski
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