Tom Allfree

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Tom Allfree

Partner Residential Property

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Tom is head of the Private Client group and also sits on the firm’s board. He has a career spanning 26 years and has developed a wide client base in both commercial and residential property transactions.

His practice covers all aspects of residential conveyancing, acting for UK and overseas individuals, estates, companies, banks and property investment companies advising on disposals and acquisitions of freehold and leasehold properties as well as general landlord and tenant issues.  He regularly deals with country houses, estates, and Prime Central London residential properties.

Tom has a loyal book of clients who work with him time and again, returning for his clear, constructive and practical advice. He also regularly travels to the Middle East, to meet with his clients in the region.

Experience Down arrow

  • The sale and acquisition of high-value central London properties.
  • The sale of an apartment in central London for in excess of £60m.
  • The sale of a grouse moor in Yorkshire.
  • The purchase of an estate in Yorkshire.
  • Acquiring a substantial portfolio of residential properties for a well-known private property investment business.

Publications Down arrow

  • Quoted in The Times and The Telegraph.
  • Part of a panel of experts at the Wealth Breakfast, hosted by Mason Valuation Consultants (2024).

Endorsements Down arrow

Spear’s 500: Recommended 2025 (and previous years).

Regularly ranked in Chambers High Net Worth Guide.

Ranked by The Legal 500 as one of the leading residential property partners.

Testimonials

  • Tom Allfree is both a hugely competent and knowledgeable lawyer as well as an extremely nice and engaging individual who is always a pleasure to work with. Having worked in the prime London market for more than 20 years Tom is amongst the very best lawyers I have had the pleasure to work with.

    Legal 500, 2025

  • Tom Allfree is a legend and has a deep understanding of clients' needs.

    Legal 500, 2025

  • Nick Stone and Tom Alfree are both very well respected and top operators in this field.

    Legal 500, 2025

  • Tom is good at collaborating in a difficult transaction. He dealt with issues with great care and sensitivity

    Chambers, High Net Worth 2024

  • Tom Alfree is knowledgeable and provides advice in a form that allows for decisions to be made quickly.

    Legal 500, 2023

  • Tom Allfree is an excellent lawyer.

    Chambers, High Net Worth 2023

  • I work very closely with Tom Allfree who I find to be professional and measured in everything he does. Having worked on a number of high value transactions with time sensitive deals with demanding clients – these have been handled extremely efficiently. Tom has a rare ability to resolve issues and dissipate pressure whilst retaining a sense of perspective and humour.

    Legal 500, 2023

  • A top drawer firm that is very professional and well regarded in the industry. Nick Stone & Tom Alfree.

    Legal 500, 2023

  • Tom Allfree is an excellent operator and an absolute pleasure to work with.

    Legal 500, 2022

  • Tom Allfree acts for wealthy clients on residential property sales and purchases. "Tom is one of the most diligent, pragmatic and expert solicitors in London," says a source, who adds that: "He is a top-quality lawyer of the highest order.

    Chambers, High Net Worth 2022

  • Tom is ranked in the Spear's 500 'Best Property Lawyers' list.

    Spear's 500

  • Tom Allfree is a seasoned professional; his forensic approach to all transactions he deals immediately puts his clients at ease. His attention to detail never compromises timescales and he communicates regularly throughout any transaction.

    Legal 500, 2021

  • Tom Allfree has an ability to identify and resolve challenging legal issues in high value and complex transactions

    Legal 500, 2021

Tom's insights

    • News
    • Mar 19, 2025

    Wedlake Bell named in spear’s property advisers index

    Wedlake Bell’s Residential Property team has been featured in the Spear’s Property Advisers Index, released on 19th March 2025. The Spear’s Index, a distinguished guide that recognises leading property advisers serving the UNHWs and family offices, highlights experts across key

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