In recent weeks, we have seen a flurry of farming clients coming to us to draw up the legal paperwork for a share for share exchange. A…
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Rumours of reconsideration on IHT plans for farms
With the upcoming Autumn Budget only weeks away, there have been several reports that ministers are considering changes to the controversial Inheritance Tax (IHT) reforms announced last year, which would see a 20% tax on estates worth more than £1m.
Clarke Willmott celebrates dual recognition in 2025 Spear’s 500 for landed estate lawyers
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is celebrating two of its lawyers being listed in the 2025 Spear’s 500 Guide for Landed Estate lawyers.
Potential tax changes on the sale of property
With the prospect of an Autumn Budget fast approaching, HMRC are now considering plans to raise money from a tax on the sale of homes…
Inheritance Tax Reform – A tipping point for family farms?
As Parliament winds down for the summer recess, the question on many farming families’ minds is: will the government be for turning when it comes to proposed tax reforms?
Inheritance tax reform – a tipping point for family farms?
As Parliament winds down for the summer recess, the question on many minds is: will the government be for turning? Judging by the…
Environmental markets and natural capital
This is a rapidly growing new market where we have already seen a steady but rapid increase in the number of instructions and the range of environmental services and credits being provided and traded
Agriculture
Our team of agricultural law experts offers a comprehensive range of legal services to farming and rural landowning communities across England and Wales.
Wild camping is allowed on Dartmoor National Park, holds Supreme Court
On Wednesday 21 May 2025, the Supreme Court released their judgment in Darwall v Dartmoor Park Authority. The Darwalls had appealed the…
Landed estates
Our specialist agriculture solicitors have considerable expertise in advising landowners, farmers and rural business owners with significant holdings.
Farm diversification
At Clarke Willmott, our multidisciplinary team of commercial and private client specialists has extensive experience in the opportunities and complexities involved in diversification.