Meet the team
Partner
Philippa Edwards
Solicitor, LLB (Hons)
A specialist in commercial property, Philippa qualified in 2005, spending 10 years at Top 100 Law Firm Freeths in their Real Estate team before joining the Firm. Philippa is recognised for her thorough approach to transactions and efficient service. She is now the Principal of Edwards Clegg.
PARTNER
Jeff Edwards
Solicitor, LLB (Hons)
Jeff has been practising as a solicitor since 1976, founding the Firm in 1988. He is highly regarded for his knowledge and expertise in commercial property and planning matters. Jeff’s clients value his pragmatic and commercial advice.
CONSULTANT
Niki Guthrie
Solicitor, BA(Hons), PgDL
Coming to law after working in the construction industry, Niki is passionate about buildings and land. Commencing her legal career in Derby in 1999, she spent 16 years at top tier firm Freeths establishing a track record in real estate law, mixed use development, Landlord and Tenant work, affordable housing schemes and secured lending. Niki has a particular interest in land acquisition for residential development. Clients rate her collaborative and personable manner, sound business acumen and attention to detail.
Associate
Chris Watterson
Associate CILEX
Chris started practising in 1978, qualifying as an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 1983. As well as dealing with the majority of residential property transactions in the Firm, Chris has a broad range of experience in commercial property matters which commands his own following.