Agriculture & Farms

What legal issues should I be aware of?

Agriculture is a mainstay of the UK economy. At its core is farming, and the sector employs many thousands of people. The laws affecting agriculture, in which European legislation plays a strong part, are complex and often difficult to understand. If you are in the business of food or farming, or in any way associated with the agricultural sector, and you have a legal matter on which you need advice, we can put you in touch with a barrister on myBarrister who is an expert in the subject.

Your barrister can advise you on range of agriculture-related issues, such as:

  • buying and selling of farmland
  • land development
  • agricultural tenancies
  • planning
  • contracts and partnership issues
  • employment
  • environmental issues
  • mobile phone aerials and wind farms
  • Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)
  • disputes
  • tax and trusts
  • public and private rights of way

Why should I choose a barrister?

Barristers are experts in the law. They are best placed to advise you on your legal position, can advise you on the best course of action, draft legal documents, advise on formal proceedings and use his or her advocacy skills to represent you to the highest standard in any court, tribunal or hearing, if that becomes necessary.

Which barrister should I choose?

If you need expert advice on a matter of agriculture, food or farming that is affecting you personally or in your business, choose a barrister on myBarrister. Barristers will provide you with guidance so you that you know where you stand and can take the right decisions about what to do next.

Start your search here and you'll be in direct contact with a barrister within minutes.

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