James Robinson
- Experience
James joined Birketts in 2002, qualifying as a Solicitor in September 2004. He is a Partner in our Property Litigation Team.
James deals with a wide range of property related disputes and is an expert Litigator. Most of his practice focuses on rights to light and telecoms, where he specialises in advising developers on major projects and is well known and respected within the industry.
James has a diverse client base, acting for local authorities, universities, developers, police and fire authorities and private individuals.
James is supported by a team of Solicitors dealing with property litigation claims and we boast one of the largest teams of this nature outside of London.
James is a member of the Property Litigation Association.
James is recommended and named as a ‘Leading Individual’ by Legal 500 [UK 2024]. In this edition, a source notes “James Robinson at partner level provides excellent all round commercial advice alongside deep sector specialism for telecommunications matters.”
James is ranked by Chambers [UK 2024]. In this edition, a client notes “James is brilliant. He’s a telecoms specialist and has detailed, technical knowledge but is also a practical litigator. I cannot recommend him enough.” Another adds “James is always available and his advice is valuable. He always has a solution as well as a good list of connections to assist on wider property matters.”
James is based at our Ipswich office.
James is a member of the Property Litigation Association.
James is recommended and named as a ‘Leading Individual’ by Legal 500 [UK 2024]. In this edition, a source notes “James Robinson at partner level provides excellent all round commercial advice alongside deep sector specialism for telecommunications matters.”
Clients in an earlier edition said “Very professional. James Robinson specialises in telecoms. He is pragmatic and very client-focused. He is exceptional in all areas of his work.” Another added “James Robinson – he is the real standout partner. He has superb technical knowledge and great practical knowledge of the property sector, particularly in relation to development rights and telecommunications, which are both areas that few can do really well in my experience. But he really excels in practical nous, and the ability to get things done. Easily the best solicitor I work with. If I had a property litigation problem, I would go to him.”
James is ranked by Chambers [UK 2024]. In this edition, a client notes “James is brilliant. He’s a telecoms specialist and has detailed, technical knowledge but is also a practical litigator. I cannot recommend him enough.” Another adds “James is always available and his advice is valuable. He always has a solution as well as a good list of connections to assist on wider property matters.”
Sources in an earlier edition said “James Robinson is very pragmatic and extremely knowledgeable about what is a niche industry.” Another added “he is very commercially sensible and good on the law.”
Awards and Memberships
James Robinson at partner level provides excellent all round commercial advice alongside deep sector specialism for telecommunications matters.
Legal 500 [UK 2024]
