What Others Say
Year on year Foot Anstey features prominently in the independent legal directories, Chambers and Legal 500. Below are a number of extracts from their latest editions relating to different areas of our practice.
Charities …James Evans, continues to attract praise for his first-class advice and dedicated approach: "No matter how large or small an issue is you can be sure that he will put his heart and soul into it" clients report. (Chambers 2010)
Clinical Negligence The firm offers a “deep well of resources”. Andrew Hannam is a “superb lawyer” with experience handling high value claims such as birth injury cases. Claire Stoneman enjoys a strong reputation for significant catastrophic injury cases. (Chambers 2010)
Construction Christopher Hoar is a “tremendously experienced and hugely respected construction solicitor." (Chambers 2010)
Corporate This substantial team climbs to the top tier to "reflect its stellar reputation and recent involvement in some eye-catching deals." Richard Coombs is an "extremely thorough, hard-working and technically brilliant" corporate lawyer who specialises in M&A deals, MBOs and MBIs. He is joined in the rankings by the “dynamic and commercially minded” head of department Duncan Sykes. This recently arrived corporate finance generalist has “quickly made a name for himself amongst the local business community”. (Chambers 2010)
Debt Recovery A strong player in the market. (Chambers 2010)
Defamation/Reputation Management Sources say “The defamation group is fantastic – it’s a neat team and someone is always available to handle your emergencies”. Tony Jaffa is “totally committed to getting the right results for you”. Cathryn Smith – clients praise her for knowledge of the sector and note how enjoyable she is to work with.
(Chambers 2010)
Dispute Resolution David Turner is a favourite with clients because “we never feel like we are just another client and are consistently impressed at how efficient, thorough and direct he is”. (Chambers 2010)
Family Maggie Roberts undertakes ancillary relief work for high profile individuals. Sources note that “she is up-to-speed and on-the-ball”. Helen Bull is a childcare specialist with a real passion for her work. (Chambers 2010)
Intellectual Property This regional player has a strong profile across Devon & Cornwall and wins praise for its client centred approach. Sources say: “We value the team’s astute advice and easy, prompt and clear communication”. (Chambers 2010)
Personal Injury Kelvin Farmaner impresses the market. (Chambers 2010)
Planning Gareth Pinwell… specialises in development and regeneration schemes. Clients benefit from his expert understanding of local authority procedures, particularly in relation to planning applications or enforcements. (Chambers 2010)
Real Estate This team earns high praise from market sources for its astute and supportive service. Clients are impressed by its strong communication skills and appreciate its refreshingly friendly approach. Sources say: “The intellectually sharp team is excellent at representing clients in negotiations”. “It’s welcoming and supportive instead of bookish and arrogant”. “The lawyers are always aware of what the others are doing, and communicate with clients promptly and clearly”. Simon Gregory – clients admire his energetic approach. (Chambers 2010)
Real Estate Litigation Richard Bagwell continues to enhance his profile in this area and clients are “extremely grateful for his pragmatic approach and cost-consciousness”. (Chambers 2010)
Tax Clients highly regard the personable tax lawyers at this strong regional firm and the accurate, cost-conscious advice they provide. Sources say: “It has a knack of employing people who are a pleasure to work with”. “They provide the correct solution at a cost-effective price”. Malcolm Emery – is justly praised as being a “phenomenally knowledgeable” adviser whose commercial approach means that he has “a clear vision of his client’s business objectives”. (Chambers 2010)
