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Navigating the field with Woodfines: Your Expert Agricultural Solicitors

 

With complexities in land ownership, changing regulations, and the challenges of succession planning, today’s agribusinesses require sound legal advice and a partner who understands the intricacies of the agricultural sector. Woodfines’ Agribusiness and Rural Property teams have a deep-rooted knowledge of agricultural law, and we are committed to guiding you through these intricacies with a personal approach, as unique as your business. Our comprehensive services are designed to assist you in all aspects of your agricultural business.

Our Approach

At Woodfines, the key to effective legal counsel is a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses. This understanding allows us to tailor our approach to meet your specific needs, whether by organising a team to handle the sale or purchase of a large farming company or by an individual lawyer carrying out a land transfer or addressing an employment-related or regulatory issue.

We understand that rural property goes beyond the business envelope, so we aim to provide individual solutions and serve the agricultural and rural communities by working closely with other professionals on a long-term basis. We work hand in hand with your accountants and land agents and can deal with all property-related issues and general legal problems and can provide support with tax problems.

Meet the team

Why choose us?

Buying and selling Land
 
Charlotte has acted on several cases in the past 12 months for us both buying and selling land with difficult circumstances in all cases. In the first cases five clients had involvement and concluded in very quick time with initial contracts being exchanged in under a month. At all times I felt that our interests are the main with a good conclusion in all cases.
Superb ServiceĀ 

What a way to help people! I couldn't fault it - Charlotte Benjamin and Caroline Nightingale were superb. They were totally professional, friendly, speedy and concise; they kept us up to date with proceedings and were totally upfront with costings. Who could ask for more? I would certainly recommend them to everyone (who needs such advice and help).
Charlotte Benjamin works extremely hard to get the deals over the line.

Legal 500 (2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What do agricultural solicitors do?

    Agricultural solicitors specialise in a unique blend of property, business, and environmental law, offering bespoke advice to clients within the agricultural sector. They assist with various issues, including selling and purchasing agricultural property, farming partnership agreements, farm business tenancies, regulatory matters, succession planning, and more.

  • What do agricultural solicitors do?

    Agricultural law in the UK is a specialised area of law that deals with legal issues related to agriculture, including farming, land use, environmental protection, and more. It encompasses a variety of issues, from the rights and obligations of agricultural workers to the use and protection of natural resources.

  • What do agricultural solicitors do?

    An agricultural solicitor can offer invaluable support in navigating the complex legal landscape of the farming industry. They can assist with partnership agreements, tenancy issues, buying and selling land or agricultural businesses, dealing with regulatory bodies, planning for the future with wills and succession planning, and much more.

  • What do agricultural solicitors do?

    Succession planning in agricultural law involves making arrangements for the future of your farm or agricultural business. This can include creating a will, setting up trusts, planning for inheritance tax, and outlining the business transfer to the next generation.

  • How can I contact Woodfines' agribusiness and rural property team?

    Our team is ready to help with your agricultural legal needs. You can reach us by phone or email and we also welcome you to visit our offices for a personal discussion.

Planting Seeds for a Flourishing Future

At Woodfines, we know that the issues you face as landowners, farmers, and agribusinesses are unique. We're committed to providing you with the specialist knowledge and legal advice necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of agricultural law. Whether it's questions on farm business tenancies, understanding the agrarian property law, or dealing with tax implications, Woodfines is here to help. Contact us today to learn how we can help you cultivate a robust and sustainable future for your agricultural business.