Andrew Lane

As a former farmer, Andrew has unique insights into the needs of agriculture clients. Ranked in ‘Hall of Fame’ Legal 500 for agricultural and estates work and Band 1 in Chambers UK, Agriculture and Rural affairs, Andrew is famed for his highly strategic approach, founded on his huge experience and knowledge.

Working with a range of individuals, families, landowners and trusts, he has handled some of the largest and multi-faceted land transactions in the market, many of which have complex tax elements. His expertise is frequently applied in multidimensional projects, where, if necessary, he is also able to draw together experts to solve complex legal and regulatory issues for clients. He frequently works alongside Forsters colleagues in the Family, Corporate Tax, Private Client and Landed Estates teams, among others.

His expertise is frequently applied in multidimensional projects (often with multi-jurisdictional considerations) where, if necessary, he is also able to draw together experts to solve complex legal and regulatory issues for clients.

Andrew acts as a trustee for a number of large family trusts and landowning families. He is also a Director of numerous family-owned businesses.