Our Lawyers - Michael Batt
"seldom ruffled by the difficulties of even the most complicated transactions" |
Client quote publlshed in Chambers UK guide 2009 |
Michael has built up considerable expertise in looking after families and farming estates.
Clients portray Michael as “calm, steady and thorough” and “a good man to have on your side” and peers admire his friendly, even-handed approach and ability “not to be intimidated by larger firms”.
Recent instructions include:
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Complex property transactions; |
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Purchase and management of country houses for London and overseas clients; |
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Purchase of properties for family trusts; |
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Executor and Trusteeships for farming estates; |
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Purchase of farming enterprise for Reinvestment Relief purposes; |
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Options on farms with development potential for trustees; |
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De-merger of farming undertaking from a strict settlement; |
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Deputyships; and |
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Wills and estate planning, for individuals and farming estates. |
Michael is a well-known local figure having been born in the area.
Michael Batt Ltd
Senior Partner
Expertise:
• Agricultural & rural affairs
• Complex property transactions
• Trusts
• Estate planning
• Notary public
Telephone: 01284 762211 (Switchboard)
Fax: 01284 717499