Farm, estate, and country house specialist Kerry Dovey has joined Winchester's Godwins Solicitors LLP as an associate member.

With 20 years' experience in the field, Dovey will now assist high net worth clients and landowners in managing residential and commercial rural property transactions.

Her particular prowess includes advising on services, renewable projects, access, and security work for major banks.

Brought up on a dairy farm, Dovey also possesses in-depth understanding of New Forest property nuances such as access rights.

She is based in the New Forest and enjoys country sports.

Ms Dovey said: "I’m really looking forward to joining Godwins, as such a well-respected firm within Winchester and the Hampshire/Dorset area. I’m sure with my rural property background and Godwin’s high calibre of private clients I will be able to compliment Godwin’s already impressive property offering for clients."

Godwin’s member Andrew Neal, said: "The partners are delighted to welcome Kerry to the firm. She brings a wealth of experience within the agricultural and rural property sector and forms a key part of our vision to grow and build upon our presence within those sectors."