BHW Solicitors‘ team’s workload includes advising major financial institutions on the array of real estate finance transactions. It also assists with transactions relating to distribution and industrial premises as a core part of its practice. Spearheading the team, Beverley Merrell specialises in commercial property acquisitions, disposals, and property secured lending matters in particular. Kate Burlinson advises lenders on the refinancing of commercial and investment property portfolios, while Raj Hundal has noteworthy experience assisting lenders with pension scheme transactions. Molly Mcloughlin handles sales and purchases, pension schemes, and landlord and tenant work. Ian Sanders departed the practice in September 2024.
Commercial property: elsewhere in the East Midlands in East Midlands
BHW Solicitors
Responsables de la pratique:
Beverley Merrell
Autres avocats clés:
Kate Burlinson; Raj Hundal; Molly Mcloughlin; Alison Harrod; Symrit Sidhu
Les références
‘Great team and communications behind the scenes with colleagues.’
‘The partner understood our requirements, and the solicitor involved was very accommodating.’
‘Beverely Merrell and Symrit Sidhu both worked well as a team and Symrit managed this case very well.’
Principaux clients
Alandale Scaffolding
Allscreens Nationwide Limited
Argon Medical Devices UK Limited
The Wills Group Limited
Ascott Transport Limited
Bamfords Trust plc
Berkeley Burke
Black Cat Property Holdings Limited
Boolers
BPX Group Limited
Cambridge & Counties Bank Limited
Cropston Properties Limited
Crowfoots Carriers
DHL Ecommerce UK Limited
Fischer Investments Limited
Foston Park Limited
Frederick Cooper Group of Companies
Gardner Aerospace
Geosynthetics Ltd
Gracecliffe Developments Limited
Greenhatch Group Limited
Green Meadow Limited
Handelsbanken
HSBC UK Bank plc
Invicta Developments Limited
ISN Distributors Ltd
Jordan Development (UK) Limited
Kaby Engineering Limited
KCT Group of Companies
Landmark Property Solutions Limited
Leicester Social Economy Consortium Limited
Mattioli Woods
Nationwide Platforms Limited
Nexa Finance Limited
PA Trustees Limited
Parker Motor Services Ltd
Rumrat Limited
Universal Flexible Packaging Limited
Westerby Trustee Services Ltd / WPA Trustees Limited
WBR Group
WKM Trustees Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for HSBC UK Bank plc on a commercial loan and overdraft facility totalling just over £2m, being secured against a £2.25m industrial warehouse.
- Acted for Universal Flexible Packaging Limited in the sale of its part let and part self-occupied premises for £13m.
- Acting for DHL in all its property needs, including acquiring various leasehold interests.
Howes Percival LLP
Howes Percival LLP‘s team regularly manages land acquisitions, disposals, developments, and refinancing matters for its roster of clients. Practice head Lucy Lord is the key contact for the broad range of developer clients, advising therein on matters from acquisitions of land to plot sales. Nicholas James regularly acts on land acquisitions, promotions and large-scale investment transactions, while Stuart Burns assists sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants, amongst others. Alexandra Kirkwood chiefly focuses on real estate transactions and Jasmine Mason, who is noted for her 'aptitude and dedication' is a key point of contact for residential development matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lucy Lord; Nicholas James
Autres avocats clés:
Stuart Burns; Alexandra Kirkwood; Jasmine Mason
Les références
‘Common sense, no-nonsense approach.’
‘Attention-to-detail, understanding of a client’s requirements and a willingness and desire to do the best job possible.’
‘Particular mention to Jasmine Mason – one of the brightest talents, with an aptitude and dedication rarely seen.’
Principaux clients
Shareholders of Raynsway Limited
Persimmon Homes Limited
C. Brewer & Sons Limited
Mulberry Property Developments Limited
Mulberry Strategic Land Limited
Motorvogue (Northampton) Limited
Nene Group Limited
Davidsons Developments Limited
In ‘n’ Out Centres Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Mulberry Property Developments Limited in the £8.5m sale of 35 affordable housing plots on a large residential scheme to an affordable housing provider by way of golden brick and development agreement with phased completions.
- Advised the client on the £3.3m acquisition of the Best Western Hotel in Corby.
Shakespeare Martineau LLP
Shakespeare Martineau LLP‘s practice is well-equipped to assist its diverse client roster, which is formed of promoters, landowners, and housebuilders, amongst others, on the remit of matters. Practice head Louise Ingram has expertise in residential development in particular, handling proposed developments of major residential sites as part of her varied workload. Martin Jones is known for his work on commercial development projects, while Kate Hall brings expertise within the care and leisure sectors. Jonathan Fear advises on land development and property transactions and Jack Kelly lends his residential development experience to major national house builders. Brian Noble joined from Chattertons in August 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Louise Ingram
Autres avocats clés:
Martin Jones; Kate Hall; Jonathan Fear; Jack Kelly
Les références
‘The team has a wide range of experience and expertise. This means that an holistic view can be taken for each client to ensure that individual items of work do not conflict with or contradict one another.’
‘Louise Ingram and Jack Kelly have been very proactive in the work undertaken, seeking to find solutions to problems whilst also working to protect clients’ interests.’
‘They have also been approachable and easy to communicate with which has fostered excellent working relations.’
Principaux clients
Trustees of the Drummond Estate
Parkers of Leicester Limited
MyPad 2020 Limited
Parkers Strategic Land Limited
Lovell Partnerships (Panel Appointment)
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Drummond Trust on the ongoing development of the urban extension at New Lubbesthorpe, Leicester.
- Supporting Drummond Trust in relation to the Enderby Logistics Hub, an 82-acre site, with securing planning permission for four storage and distribution warehouses and three general industrial warehouses, incorporating offices and gatehouses.
Wilkin Chapman Rollits
Wilkin Chapman Rollits‘ group frequently advises national housebuilders on high-value sales as part of its varied residential development offering. Rachael Dicken leads the practice and is a key advisor in social housing as well as residential development projects. Jonty Pearson leads on large-scale residential development projects and Peter Hanson works closely with investment clients in regards to the management of their property portfolios. Helen Barton has expertise which spans energy and renewables projects. Nikki Hawkins handles investment matters, while Emma Ellinor is particularly well-regarded for her development project work also.
Responsables de la pratique:
Rachael Dicken
Autres avocats clés:
Jonty Pearson; Peter Hanson; Helen Barton; Nikki Hawkins; Emma Ellinor; Katie Jacques
Les références
‘I dealt with Jonty Pearson and Katie Jacques and they were both very efficient, knowledgeable and proactive – they were dedicated it doing their best for me.’
‘Excellent client service level. Responsive and several partners and solicitors readily available. Go above and above to support the needs of the client. Great collaboration between different departments to ensure correct advice is aligned.’
‘Peter Hanson responds speedily and efficiently and liaises with his team members to ensure correct team member deals with the workload.’
Principaux clients
LACE Housing Limited
Countryside Partnerships
Vistry Homes
Linden Limited
Arkay Commercial Real Estate Limited
Khosla Commercial Properties Limited
Crest Nicholson Plc
Ongo Homes Limited
Lincolnshire Housing Partnership Limited
Lindum Group Limited /Lindum Homes
Beal Developments Limited
Lincoln Science and Innovation Park
Cyden Homes Limited
NAVIGO Health & Social Care CIC
Lincolnshire Agricultural Society
Chattertons
Chattertons‘ team has a noted strength in development and property investment matters. The ‘extensively knowledgeable’ Jonathan Blythe leads the team. May Ozga is an experienced handling landlord and tenant transactions, while Jo Ladds works closely with developers, promoters and landowners on residential-led development schemes and renewable energy projects. Katherine Bunting handles a spread of commercial, agricultural, and residential property transactions, and Samantha East is noted for her work on complex acquisitions and disposals. Riky Patel joined the team from Perrin Myddelton, contributing to the team with his shared ownership knowledge. Brian Noble departed in August 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jonathan Blythe
Autres avocats clés:
May Ozga; Jo Ladds; Katherine Bunting; Samantha East; Ann-Marie Clow; Riky Patel
Les références
‘We have worked alongside Chattertons for both business interests and personal interests. On the rare occasions we have ever interacted with another firm, we don’t feel as safe in their hands as we do Chattertons’.’
‘The particular qualities that stand out for Jonathan are of course his extensive knowledge and his making us feel like he cares about us as a family and not just as clients.’
‘Excellent service level. The commercial property team goes above and above and is happy to assist.’
Principaux clients
Howard Group
RG Carter Cambridge
Woods Hardwick Limited
Renew Land
Oldrid & Co Limited
Lincoln Diocesan Trust and Board of Finance Limited
Castle Square Developments
Gleeson Regeneration Limited
Robinson Spencer and Spencer
Trustees of New York Pension Scheme
John Grant
Crowland and Woolf LLP
The Water Mill Lettings Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for a large real estate investment company which is the subsidiary of a property investment company with a large portfolio with on the development refinance for £12.4m.
- Acted for a large real estate investment company with an extensive portfolio of properties in the purchase of 3 sites, comprising circa 73 residential units, coupled with 4 leasebacks with a value of £9,000,000 which was time sensitive and had to be completed in a short period of time.
- Acting on behalf of Lincoln Diocesan Trust and Board of Finance on the grant of an option agreement to a developer to acquire a solar project lease; a battery storage lease and sub station lease conditional on the developer securing planning permission for the solar project and securing a grid connection.
Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP‘s team handles matters across a variety of industry sectors, including property finance, commercial development, and housebuilding. Team head Sam Pancholi has a solid track record in healthcare-related property mandates and Harjit Saund is particularly well placed to advise on property finance and property investment, as well as complex landlord and tenant matters. Caroline Smith, who joined from Knights plc in October 2024, is experienced advising on the range of commercial property matters and Kishen Ravalia specialises in residential, hotel, and retail industry-related work.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sam Pancholi
Autres avocats clés:
Harjit Saund; Caroline Smith; Kishen Ravalia
Les références
‘The Freeths team has the capacity and capability to manage the legal lifecycle of properties within our UK portfolio to the extent that all property transactions requiring legal support run through Freeths.’
‘By consistently working with the same team, an understanding of core requirements has developed between the Freeths team and our business ensuring that the correct team members are selected for the level of support required.’
‘The team understands the criticality of timing to our business and responds accordingly.’
Principaux clients
Abbey Commercial Investments Group
Deichmann-Shoes UK Limited
Flogas Britain Limited
Jelson Homes
Leviat Limited
Minster Property Group
Robert Pochin Limited
Tarmac Group
Travis Perkins PLC
Tiger Retail Limited
Timpson Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the client on the acquisition of industrial/warehouse premises and land in Wilmslow, Greater Manchester.
- Advised the client on the sale of two care home properties.
- Advised the client on a cross-border refinance involving a Scottish property and an English property.
HCR Law
HCR Law' practice handles residential development and public sector work. Claire Howard-Amos heads up the team and advises on the wide array of strategic land and residential development cases, while Yvette Morgan is a public sector development specialist who acts regularly on large mixed-use development projects. Marc Carter specialises in property transactions and Patricia Kempson has demonstrable experience acting for private trusts, charities, education providers and property funds on real estate portfolios. Katie Wall has noteworthy knowledge of landlord and tenant issues.
Responsables de la pratique:
Claire Howard-Amos; Yvette Morgan
Autres avocats clés:
Yvette Morgan; Marc Carter; Patricia Kempson; Katie Wall
Principaux clients
Tilbrook Family
Colchester Zoo
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Colchester Zoo on the real estate work which involved a lease of the zoo site and dovetailing with ancillary documents such as the Operating Contract, Collaboration Agreement and existing mines and minerals Option.
Wilson Browne Solicitors
The practice at Wilson Browne Solicitors handle the remit of commercial property transactions for its diverse client base. Group head Ika Castka handles a varied stream of property matters for both businesses and individuals. Tom Warrender specialises in the acquisition and disposal of commercial property. Another name to note is John Punni who frequently aids residential developers and commercial landlords and advises on such matters as major land disposals. Nina Wilson handles a spread of commercial property mandates. Michelle Woolston joined the team from Howes Percival LLP, bringing a breadth of commercial property experience.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ika Castka
Autres avocats clés:
Tom Warrender; Chloe Lake; Nina Wilson; Tom Warrender; John Punni; Michelle Woolston
Les références
‘The team have deep experience and knowledge. They understand what we need very well, having worked with us for many years now. They are proactive and provide solutions as well as sound and practical advice.’
‘The individuals are deeply knowledgeable and experienced in the law and the practice of property disposal, leasing and management. This gives us an ideal partner to help us develop and change our property portfolio for both retail and office space needs.’
‘A refreshing, proactive, commercially-minded approach towards getting the task completed, bringing law out of the dark ages and into the modern world.’
Principaux clients
North Northamptonshire Council
Bowbridge Limited
Roquette UK Limited
Auto Spares & Salvage Limited
Barton Properties Warwick Limited
Beeches Farm Ltd
Bloxdent Limited
Britannic Leatherwear Limited
Richard Sanders Holdings Limited and Richard Sanders Limited
Walker Holding Limited and Walker Northampton Limited
Yindu UK Ltd
Wittmann Battenfeld UK Ltd
Lubriage Ltd t/a Mannol
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Lubriage t/a Mannol on a 10year lease of a 156,000sq.ft. warehouse deal with a rent of £1,274,229 plus VAT per annum.
- Acting for a local company in the acquisition of a 64,000 sq.ft. site in Wellingborough for the construction of a brand new warehouse facility in a deal worth over £10m.
Banner Jones Solicitors
Under the leadership of Andrew Fielder, Banner Jones Solicitors' team routinely advises its clients on matters including leases, sales, purchases and developments. Ben Couch is a notable name with his experience in refinancing and sales in particular. Hollie Watkins works closely with companies, landlords, sellers and buyers on land acquisitions and disposals.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Fielder
Autres avocats clés:
Ben Couch; Hollie Watkins; Chloe Smith
Les références
‘In all the dealings with Banner Jones, the process is seamless with all parts of the team playing their part in making our job easy.’
‘The team have always been on-hand for all our company and clients’ needs.’
‘Hollie Watkins and her colleague Chloe Smith are always on-hand to assist me with complicated and simple transactions.’
Principaux clients
Cadam Developments
We are Spaces Ltd
Oakums Narrowboats
Westmill Ltd and Well House Investments Ltd
Pit Hill Ltd
C&T Bailey
ALB (Orton) Ltd
Stancliffe Homes Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Pit Hill Ltd on negotiating a complex contract for purchase of the site, negotiations with The Coal Authority for the release of the rights and reservations, negotiations with the lender surrounding their requirements, liaising with the client’s architect with regard to plot plans, providing advice as to how the layouts should work as well as handling the onward sale of 34 Plots.
- Advised Cadam Developments on the purchase of land, site assembly and dealing with local government requirements including planning.
- Negotiated and completed the assignment of a lease for the client in a short number of weeks to secure a well-known high street retailer in the store and to avoid them having a vacant retail unit.
Nelsons Solicitors Limited (Part of Lawfront)
Nelsons Solicitors Limited (Part of Lawfront)'s team's workload covers the full scope of commercial property work. The offering was strengthened with the arrival of Sanveer Sandhu in February 2025; Sandhu works across a range of sectors, including healthcare, retail and energy. Practice head James Coningsby’s caseload includes advising private sector and landowner clients on various complex development projects. Riaz Dudhia co-leads alongside Coningsby.
Responsables de la pratique:
Riaz Dudhia; James Coningsby
Autres avocats clés:
Sanveer Sandhu
Principaux clients
4G Holdings Limited
Urban Living (Derby) Limited
Kenworth Investments
Broadstairs Limited
TF (Leicester) Limited
Reliance Property Group Limited
Aimrok Holdings Limited
GS Land Limited
Rothera Bray
Rothera Bray‘s practice is headed up by Phillip Heseltine who is known for his work advising on acquisitions, disposals and leasing investment options in relation to investment properties. Following its merger with the former Massers in October 2024, the team has seen the arrival of Russell Thompson. Antony Fyson has a strong track record advising on acquisitions and disposals, while Catherine Angrave works closely with developer clients on residential property development mandates.
Responsables de la pratique:
Phillip Heseltine
Autres avocats clés:
Russell Thompson; Antony Fyson; Catherine Angrave
Les références
‘The staff I’ve been involved with are brilliant, they go above and beyond to help. I’m very grateful for how attentive they are.’
‘Catherine Angrave is simply amazing at what she does, that much so that she has been entrusted with delivering projects over £10m in the next 12 months.’
‘We have worked with Rothera Bray for many years and they have consistently provided an exceptional level of service. Catherine and Phillip in particular have been instrumental in ensuring our commercial property matters are handled with professionalism, efficiency and expertise.’
Roythornes Solicitors
Roythornes Solicitors‘ practice, which is well-regarded for its ‘wide range of expertise’, harnesses particular expertise in the construction, planning, and agriculture sectors. 2024 saw the June arrival of ‘outstanding professional’Stephen Kay and the November arrival of Ian Sanders, who joined from EMW Law LLP and BHW Solicitors, respectively. The group is led by Alex Armstrong who handles the full suite of commercial property matters, with particular expertise in strategic development.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alex Armstrong
Autres avocats clés:
Stephen Kay; Ian Sanders
Les références
‘Roythornes have a wide range of expertise, provide sensible commercial advice and are great negotiators.’
‘Alex Armstrong is someone that you want in your camp rather than opposing.’
‘The proactive, can-do approach.’
Principaux clients
Greene King
Oxbury Bank PLC
Harlaxton Estates Limited
Valentino England Limited
Tarmac
A B Texel UK Limited
Nationwide Produce PLC
Grantham Estates Limited
The Church of England Children’s Society
Ivor Crowson Developments (Stamford) Limited
Clydesdale Bank PLC
Thoresby Estate
Hunstanton Golf Club
BGL Group Limited (Compare the Market)
AM Property Services Limited
Charterspace Real Estate Limited (previously DSL Capital Limited)
Moy Park Limited
Freshlinc Limited
Pilgrim’s Pride Limited
Bartons PLC
T Balfe Construction Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Tarmac Trading Limited on the £5.5m acquisition of land and minerals.
- Advised Greene King on a new lease of a pub in London with an annual rent of £158,000pa.
- Advised the client on a £4.5m sale and leaseback.
Sills & Betteridge LLP
Sills & Betteridge LLP‘s team’s commercial property workload includes significant agricultural and energy projects. Team lead Malachy McGill advises investor and developer clients on various development projects. Melissa Kirk handles a varied stream of financing matters, acquisitions and retail development projects, while Steven Dowse has a similarly broad practice, managing agricultural transactions, sales and lease transactions. Susan Thomas retired in December 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Malachy McGill
Autres avocats clés:
Melissa Kirk; Steven Dowse
Les références
‘Steven Dowse and his team is quite amazing really – he went far beyond the necessary requirements when purchasing a commercial property. We could not recommend Sills & Betteridge any higher.’
‘I have always found Sills & Betteridge to be approachable, thorough and collaborative in approach. They have certainly helped me to make sense of things I found difficult to understand, have given me great advice and have felt like an extension of my own team.’
‘Malachy McGill has been the person who I have worked with the most – efficient, personable and approachable.’
Principaux clients
LEP Developments Limited
Kingsbridge Corporate Solutions Limited
Venues Group Limited
Omex Agriculture Limited
John HB Andrews Limited
Ballet Makers Europe Limited
Hemswell Estates Limited
Micronclean Limited
Turnbull & Co Limited
RCS Filling Machines Ltd
Croney Group Holdings Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Acting on all aspects of this ongoing matter for LEP Developments Limited including new unit sales.
- Instructed to deal with the sale of Pine Tree Leisure Park for the holiday park client, for £2.75m.
- Acted on the purchase of an industrial site for Croney Holdings Limited consisting of 50 self-storage units, all rented and occupied, 2 industrial units which have been spilt up into 5 separate units all rented and occupied.