Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Peterborough
Massucco Buttress is an established law firm offering comprehensive legal services for businesses, families, and individuals. With offices in Peterborough, Oundle, and Huntingdon, we combine regional expertise with a modern, client-focused approach. Our team of 38 legal experts, including 12 partners, provides specialist advice across corporate, commercial, and personal legal matters. Recognised by Legal 500 for excellence in criminal and fraud work, we maintain accreditations from leading professional bodies and adhere to a transparent fee structure. Our lawyers deliver tailored solutions for businesses, not-for-profits, and private clients, supported by a commitment to community engagement and professional standards.We serve diverse sectors with expertise in complex litigation, property transactions, employment law, and family matters. Backed by 100 legal and support staff, our services combine technical proficiency with practical, client-centred support. Our regional presence ensures local knowledge while maintaining the professionalism of larger firms. We prioritise clear communication and practical outcomes, as evidenced by client testimonials praising our organised, committed service. With regulatory oversight from the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we maintain rigorous compliance and ethical standards.
Services
Business Defence
Commercial Property
Corporate Commercial
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Family Mediation
Motoring Offences
Residential Property
Notary Services
Probate
Highlights and features
- We have 12 partners and 38 legal experts with specialist knowledge across all major legal disciplines
- Our firm maintains accreditations from leading professional regulatory bodies
- We operate from three regional offices in Peterborough, Oundle, and Huntingdon
- Our transparent fee structure ensures clear cost communication from the outset
- Recognised by Legal 500 for excellence in criminal and fraud legal work
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly, welcoming staff
Fantastic service
Highly recommend
Professional support
Services
Business Defence
Our Business Defence team provides specialist legal support for companies facing commercial challenges. We advise on corporate structures, partnerships, and compliance matters while representing clients in complex commercial disputes. With experience handling cases involving professional negligence and property litigation, we deliver strategic solutions that protect business interests. Our lawyers combine technical expertise with practical commercial awareness to achieve favourable outcomes for clients.
Commercial Property
We offer comprehensive commercial property services covering transactions, leases, and development projects. Our specialists handle agricultural property matters, business premises acquisitions, and complex property disputes. With expertise in both urban and rural property law, we provide tailored advice for businesses and landlords. Our team ensures all legal requirements are met while protecting clients' property investments through meticulous due diligence and contract negotiation.
Employment Law
Our Employment Law department advises businesses and individuals on workplace rights and obligations. We handle employment tribunals, redundancy processes, and contract disputes while providing proactive compliance guidance. The team specialises in defending employers against dismissal claims and ensuring workplace policies meet current legislation. With experience across multiple sectors, we deliver practical solutions that balance legal requirements with operational needs.
Residential Property
We support homebuyers and sellers through the complete property transaction process. Our services include contract preparation, property searches, and completion arrangements with expertise in conditional contracts and shared ownership schemes. The team provides clear guidance on legal requirements while protecting clients' interests throughout the buying or selling process. We handle complex cases involving online fraud prevention and property title disputes.
Motoring Offences
Our specialist motoring law team represents clients facing driving-related legal issues. We handle cases involving disqualification, speeding offences, and alcohol-related charges while advising on licence restoration processes. With experience in court proceedings and penalty mitigation, we provide strategic defence strategies tailored to each case. The team ensures clients understand their rights and options when facing motoring prosecution.
People
James Steward
Partner
James Steward specialises in residential property law with extensive experience handling complex property transactions. He provides expert guidance on conditional contracts and property completion processes.
Naina Tilney
Senior Partner
Naina Tilney leads family law mediation services with a focus on collaborative solutions for relationship breakdowns and financial settlements.
John Scott
Commercial Team Leader
John Scott heads the commercial law team, advising businesses on corporate structures, partnerships, and commercial contract disputes.
Kashif Khan
Crime Team Leader
Kashif Khan specialises in criminal law with a focus on defending clients against serious fraud and white-collar crime allegations.
Sallyann Short
Wills and Probate Partner
Sallyann Short leads the wills, trusts, and probate department, providing expert advice on estate planning and inheritance matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Hunt & Coombs specialise in?
We specialise in corporate/commercial law, property transactions, family law, motoring offences, dispute resolution, and notary services across Cambridgeshire and surrounding regions.
How many offices does Hunt & Coombs operate?
We have three offices located in Peterborough, Oundle, and Huntingdon to better serve clients across the region.
What makes Hunt & Coombs different from other law firms?
Our combination of local expertise with national standards, transparent fees, and 12 partners specialising in different legal disciplines sets us apart.
Are Hunt & Coombs regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we're authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registration number 443035.
