James joined FSP in June 2008 as a Partner in the Real Estate team. James was previously head of commercial property at Pitmans. James has been at the heart of Reading’s real estate scene since 1989 and his experience and expertise are widely recognised in the region.

James has a wealth of experience in almost all aspects of real estate and is a member of the firm’s Agricultural and Rural Land team and Strategic Land group.

"James Burgess achieved a perfect result for us. We were absolutely delighted with the prompt and professional service provided by James. Many thanks to James and his team."
J Nalty, Berkshire
James is listed in the Hall of Fame in the 2023 edition of the Legal 500 Directory.
“James provides an excellent all-round service.”
"James Burgess is very knowledgeable. He is a very good lawyer."
"He gives good advice and understands what we want - we go to him for our most important work."
"Hugely experienced, very commercial, and his capacity for making decisions and deal-making is phenomenal."
"He works as a team member who provides ideas and solutions."
"He is very commercial and practical."
Legal 500 UK
"Understands clients."