A ‘much loved’ and ‘widely respected’ planning lawyer who was prominent in Bristol's business and property communities has died. National firm Clarke Willmott said it was ‘devastated’ to learn that partner Neil Baker, who joined the firm in 1999, died on Monday.  

Neil Baker

Neil Baker: ‘much loved’ and ‘widely respected’ planning lawyer

Baker, admitted in 1994, was a ‘much loved and valued member’ of Clarke Willmott, leading the firm’s planning team. ‘As an active figure in the Bristol business community, he was particularly well-known in the property world, organising the SW Planning Dinner as well as for his involvement with Bristol Round Table and 41 Club,' the firm said.

‘Most importantly, Neil was a much-loved member of his family, husband to Sarah and proud father to James and Meggie (Megan). All our thoughts are first and foremost with them at this very difficult time.’

Clarke Willmott chief executive Peter Swinburn said: ‘It has been a terribly difficult 24 hours for all of us at Clarke Willmott. Our immediate efforts are focused on supporting Neil’s family and those colleagues who worked most closely with him. In due course we will be able to reflect on the huge contribution made by Neil to our firm and the broader community in Bristol and beyond.'

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