Emma Richmond

Emma is a Solicitor in our growing Rural Property team. She advises farming families, estates, trusts, private individuals, and businesses.

Experience

  • Acting in the sale and purchase of land, rural estates, farms, and agricultural property transactions.
  • Acting in auction sales.
  • Advising on easements, wayleaves, rights of access and utility service agreements.
  • Advising on complex first registration applications, as well as land registration and title related matters.

Date of qualification

Emma qualified in 2023.

Outside of the office

Emma enjoys pilates, braving a cold sea dip, and travelling the world as much as possible.

Client

We want to thank Emma again for all the hard work she has put into turning a deceptively simple concept into a legally watertight transaction, with full documentation and excellent communication throughout. It has truly been a confidence inspiring pleasure to have her to look after our interests.

Professional memberships & accolades

CLA

Expert commentary & updates

Conditional Contracts v Option Agreements: Which is right for you?
Sophie Fletcher, from our Agriculture & Rural Team, explains Conditional Contracts vs Option Agreements, helping landowners understand risks, benefits and development land options.
Navigating wayleaves and easements: What should I do when a utility provider contacts me?
Emma Richmond, Solicitor in our Rural Property Team, explains the key differences between wayleaves and easements to landowners, and outlines the practical steps you should take when approached by a utility provider.
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