Leading Partners

Firms To Watch: Commercial property: investment

Jury O’Shea LLP works with a host property providers and investor clients on a range of high-value mandates, both within the UK and abroad. James O’Shea is the key name to note.
McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP has recently bolstered its commercial real estate offering with the double hire of Darren Rogers, a real estate capital markets specialist, and Devina Rana, noted for her experience in investment transactions. Both Rogers and Rana join the firm from Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson.

Commercial property: investment in London

Ashurst

Ashurst regularly advises clients on high value investment transactions, of both single assets and property portfolios, involving cross border considerations. It is particularly well-placed to assist Korean clients. The firm is also well-versed in growing sectors of the market, especially logistics and build-to-rent. The team is led by Sarah Sivyour, David Jones and Richard Vernon. Sivyour is experienced in logistics asset transactions, whilst Jones is frequently instructed by South Korean investors entering Europe. Tim Regis is a noted member of the practice, working on joint ventures within the UK. Melanie Jordan advises on acquisitions and forward fundings of major development sites. Chris Benbow is another key member of the team, and advises foreign investors on transactions and joint ventures.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sarah Sivyour; David Jones; Richard Vernon


Autres avocats clés:

Jamie Chapman; Henry Moss; Melanie Jordan; Tim Regis; Chris Benbow


Les références

‘Tim Regis provides great insight, and balances risk vs reward in order to provide the right outcome and a way forward on contract negotiations.’

‘The Ashurst real estate team benefits from a deep bench of high quality solicitors and is headed by a world-class operator, Sarah Sivyour.’

‘Sarah and the team are excellent at providing, timely, concise and commercial advice. Distilling complex issues into easy to digest advice.’

Principaux clients

La Francaise


Savills


Pontegadea


Deutsche Bank


Oxford Properties


Lendlease Group


Invesco


Panattoni


Mirae Asset Global Investment


Barings


City Developments Limited


McLaren Group


CDLHT


Intermediate Capital Group


Cain International


The Berkeley Group


Stanhope


Almacantar


British Land


Tritax Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised longstanding client Vestas Investment Management on the £150m corporate Sale of 125 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, an 180,000 sq ft retail and office building in the West End of London.
  • Advised Hines on the £155m acquisition of a landmark building in Central London with 8,700m² of office space and 836m² of restaurant space at Film House in Wardour Street, Soho.
  • Advised Pontegadea, Spanish billionaire Amancio Ortega’s real estate business, purchase of 33 Foley Street, a former BBC office redeveloped by Kier in London’s Fitzrovia from abrdn.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Maintaining an ‘outstanding’ standard of individuals within the practice, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner handles complicated transactions and joint ventures, supplementing its investment expertise with its wider real estate capabilities, including construction, planning and real estate finance. The firm is well-versed in alternative asset classes, handling purpose-built student accommodation, build-to-rent, logistics, and life sciences asset transactions. Nazir Dewji and Samant Narula, who advises private equity real estate funds and international institutional investors, oversee the practice. Within the team, Chris de Pury advises on structured investments and disposals. Adam Bogdanor is an expert in the hotels sector. Celia Berg focuses on residential and student accommodation. Claire Milton is another key member of the practice, well-versed in real estate finance and site acquisitions. Daniel Burnard and Janany Kathirgamanathan made partner in January 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nazir Dewji; Samant Narula


Autres avocats clés:

Juliet Thomas; Adam Bogdanor; Chris de Pury; Celia Berg; Claire Milton; Verity Waington; Simon Kenley; Richard Brearley; Daniel Burnand; Janany Kathirgamanathan


Les références

‘The team are technically excellent and provide good commercial advice. The team remains consistent throughout the project, which is essential to avoid having to explain things again.’

‘The standard of individuals who deal with instructions is simply outstanding. They find solutions and make things happen.’

‘Very experienced, large team. Capable of handling all different sizes of transactions.’

Principaux clients

KWAP


EDGE


Landsec


Oxford Properties


Tristan Capital Partners


The Unite Group


Sable Capital Partners


The Crown Estate


Federated Hermes


KKR


BlackRock


AXA


Ares Management


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Ares Management on the circa £200 million acquisition of eight stabilised logistics assets in England from Royal London Mutual Insurance Society.
  • Advising Tristan Capital Partners on the creation of a £750 million purpose-built student accommodation platform.
  • Advised Landsec on the sale of 1 New Street Square to Chinachem Group, a Hong Kong-based property developer, for £350m.

CMS

CMS advises clients on portfolio and single asset transactions across a broad spectrum of sectors, including the office, logistics, life sciences and residential sectors. The practice, led by Marie Scott, John Cumpson, Andrew Banton and Chris Rae, has recently seen major growth. In April 2023, Paul Paling and Melanie Hughes joined from Michelmores LLP; in July 2023, Michael Buchanan joined from Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP; in October 2023, Barry Edgar joined from Dentons; and in January 2024, Rebecca Moore joined from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. Caroline Maude advises on office and mixed-use investments. Alan Crawford is well-versed in assisting Middle Eastern investors in their UK investments. Amit Unadkat assists international clients in inward investments into Europe. Leilah Rawle has especial energy expertise. Amanda Howard is another key name in the practice. In April 2023, Scott Curtis and Irfaan Khaliq were promoted to partner. Ciaran Carvalho left the practice in April 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marie Scott; John Cumpson; Andrew Banton; Chris Rae


Autres avocats clés:

Jules Needleman; Mark Heighton; Caroline Maude; David Wilkinson; Amanda Howard; Alan Crawford; Amit Unadkat; Leilah Rawle; Lindsey Barrett; James Miller; Hugh Picton Phillipps; David Crossley; Paul Paling; Melanie Hughes; Michael Buchanan; Barry Edgar; Rebecca Moore; Scott Curtis; Irfaan Khaliq


Les références

‘The CMS team are always very professional, pragmatic and commercial. They are quick to identify “red flags” on any transactions and also very adept at finding solutions. They work in a timely manner and are a key asset to any transaction team. ’

‘They work well with other teams within CMS when other expertise from the firm is needed.’

‘Jules Needleman takes time to understand the business and the team. He provides an excellent service.’

Principaux clients

AimCo


Annington Group


Blackstone


Columbia Threadneedle


Federated Hermes


GPE


HB Reavis


Herstshen Group


InfraRed Capital Partners


Mitsubishi Estate London Limited


Newlands Developments


Nuveen Real Estate


Savills Investment Management


SEGRO Plc


Signal Capital


Tristan Capital Partners


Triton Limited


UBS


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for Sainsburys on the buyout of their £1.1bn reversion portfolio of 26 supermarkets, a very complex deal involving the collapsing of the securitisation structure.
  • Advised new client Annington Group, one of the largest private real estate owner in the UK, on the sale of almost 600 houses across 18 sites.
  • Advised on the sale of the entire issued share capital of Statera Energy (UK based battery storage and renewable energy developer), worth £400m.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is well-versed in supporting private capital investors, including private equity and sovereign wealth funds. The firm handles mergers, acquisitions, restructurings and investments involving development elements. It has seen particular activity in the data centre and student accommodation asset classes recently. Jeremy Walden advises on logistics and life sciences matters. Donald Rowlands is a key member of the team, advising on pre-lets and refinancings. Julian Pollock assists with proposed investments into development projects. Shona Grey is an expert in private equity investments. Will Turnbull is experienced in joint venture assistance. The ‘truly exceptional’ Paul Chases has seen recent activity in the residential and shopping centre sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Matthew White


Autres avocats clés:

Jeremy Walden; Donald Rowlands; Nicholas Turner; Simon Elliott; Julian Pollock; Richard Forsdyke; Will Turnbull; Paul Chases; Shona Grey; Alex Wright; Sebastian Taylor; Kathryn Coveney; Ben Elkington


Les références

‘Very deep bench of experienced people.’

‘Jeremy Walden has a masterful grasp of dynamics across complex deals.’

‘Paul Chases is truly exceptional. His extensive sector knowledge and experience makes him the go-to advisor for high-profile and complex corporate real estate transactions in the UK market.’

Principaux clients

British Land


Cain


Blackstone


TfL


Abrdn


City Development Ltd


Federated Homes


Goldman Sachs


Hammerson


Brookfield


Principaux dossiers


Addleshaw Goddard

Addleshaw Goddard offers a comprehensive service to its real estate clients, able to advise on construction, planning, funds, finance, and disputes. The firm is particularly skilled in investment transactions connected to development projects. Key sector strengths for the firm include office and retail. The team is led by Iain Hindhaugh, Daniel Woolston and Nancy McGuire. Hindhaugh is adept at advising US clients as well as real estate private equity funds. Woolston advises on complex structures in the alternative assets space. Hemal Kotecha is a key member of the team who advises clients on development transactions. Liam Diggins is well-versed in real estate fund formation and structurings. In May 2023, Rachel Orton left the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Iain Hindhaugh; Daniel Woolston; Nancy McGuire


Autres avocats clés:

Hemal Kotecha; Liam Diggins; Luke Harvey; Leanne Hale-Tulley


Les références

‘Addleshaw Goddard is very well-skilled legally and from that expertise also knows how to advise in a practical and efficient manner.’

‘Daniel Woolston has passion for his work. He understands the client’s business and what issues are important and advises from that understanding.’

‘The team are extremely hands-on, and are transaction specialists. They deliver on time and manage external relationships well.’

Principaux clients

British Land


LondonMetric


Royal London Asset Management


Realty Income


Angelo Gordon & Co LP


JTRE Real Estate


CBRE Investment Management


Abrdn


Columbia Threadneedle


MiddleCap


HB Reavis Group of Companies


Battersea Power Station


Pension Insurance Corporation


Federated Hermes Group of Companies


Marks and Spencer plc.


Magnetar Financial


CrossTree Real Estate Partners


Heimstaden


Oxenwood Real Estate


Leftfield


Hub Residential Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Royal London Asset Management, on behalf of Royal London, on its acquisition of 21,000 acres of prime farmland in a £260m joint venture with South Yorkshire Pension Authority.
  • Acted for Realty Income on the acquisition of two SPVs both owned by Ediston Property Investment Company PLC, which in turn owned 11 shopping centres in England and Scotland.
  • Advised Euro Properties on its strategic exit from 265 Strand, with full life-cycle advice relating to the exit of an incumbent tenant, redevelopment options, a re-letting to New York University, and then a subsequent disposal to New York University fund for £118m.

A&O Shearman

A&O Shearman is especially strong in cross-border investments, particularly between the US and UK. The firm is experienced in an array of traditional and alternative asset classes, from office and retail to senior living and logistics. The practice is led by Christopher Woolf, who advises private equity funds and institutional investors on their real estate matters. Nick Saner is an expert on the acquisition and disposal of offshore property holding structures. Emma Willoughby regularly advises on financing matters for real estate investors. Hayden Cameron has notable cross-border capabilities, advising on purchases and disposals of assets in the UK, Europe, Asia and America.

Responsables de la pratique:

Christopher Woolf


Autres avocats clés:

Hayden Cameron; Nick Saner; Emma Willoughby; Lucy Goodwin


Les références

‘A strong team, in a great firm, offering reliable advice.’

‘Nick Saner is strong and reliable.’

‘Nick Saner show creativity and commerciality.’

Principaux clients

Quadrant Estates


Supermarket Income REIT


Cofinimmo SA


Evans Randall


Kennedy Wilson


Mapletree


Nuveen


Orion Capital Managers


Oxford Properties


Westbrook


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Supermarket Income REIT on its investment into the Dragon and Highbury securitisation structure which was secured against a portfolio of 26 Sainsbury’s supermarkets in 2020 and 2022.
  • Acted on the acquisition and redevelopment of the building known as Panorama St Pauls, being the former BT building in the City of London, and the subsequent letting on a full pre-let basis of the building to HSBC Plc for use as HSBC’s new global headquarters.

Clifford Chance LLP

Noted for its ability ‘to provide consistent and seamless real estate coverage’ across all major European countries, Clifford Chance LLP maintains an international real estate investment expertise, advising global investors on their investment and joint venture matters. The firm has seen recent activity in the primary office and logistics sectors. Nigel Howorth oversees the practice, containing the likes of Adrian Levy, and Alis Pay, a specialist in cross-border property portfolio transactions. Ian Painter is experienced in pre-lets and joint ventures. Angela Kearns advises on alternative assets, including film studio, logistics, data centre and life sciences assets.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nigel Howorth


Autres avocats clés:

Adrian Levy; Alis Pay; Angela Kearns; Mark Payne; Ian Painter; Melissa Jones; Marianne Toghill; Ben Redding; Matt Taylor


Les références

‘Ian and his team are extremely knowledgeable, responsive and friendly.’

‘Clifford Chance are one of the only firms in Europe able to provide consistent and seamless real estate coverage across all of the main countries of Europe.’

‘Ian Painter provides a consistent, exceptional service and makes his clients feel that they’re in safe hands.’

Principaux clients

Aldau Development


Angelo Gordon


Apollo Global Management


Art-Invest


AshbyCapital


AXA IM


Battersea Power Station Development Company


BentallGreenOak


Blackstone


Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce


Canary Wharf Group


Castleforge


CK Asset Holdings


Coin Street Community Builders


Corinthia Hotels


EQT Exeter


GIC


Global Switch


GLP


Hammerson plc


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Mirastar and KKR on their acquisition of Mountpark’s wholly let Warrington Omega II site in one of the UK’s premier logistics locations.
  • Acting for Helical on the sale of 25 Charterhouse Square, a Grade A office in Farringdon overlooking the historic Charterhouse Square.
  • Advised Liu Chong Hing Investment, a Hong Kong-listed group, on the acquisition of central London retail and office property, Barratt House, 341-349 Oxford Street.

DLA Piper

DLA Piper advises a wide range of clients, including institutional investors, private equity funds and hedge funds. The firm is well-versed in investments into development projects across a range of asset classes, seeing recent activity in the data centre sector. Lorraine Reader spearheads the team alongside her practice focusing on logistics and industrial acquisitions. William Naunton advises domestic and international investment transactions. James Knox assists sovereign wealth funds, developers and family offices. Andrew Yates focuses on residential investments. Omer Maroof advises clients on alternative asset class matters, including student accommodation and care homes. Kate Poole joined the practice in November 2023 from Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP. In October 2023, Robert O’Hanrahan left the firm.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lorraine Reader


Autres avocats clés:

William Naunton; Nicholas Haringman; Jonathan Northey; Andrew Yates; Omer Maroof; James Knox; Chris Robinson


Les références

‘Andrew Yates is a recognised sector specialist in BTR.’

‘Large real estate team with the ability to staff large deals across multiple offices and jurisdictions and to co-ordinate their advice seamlessly so that the client only has to liaise with one deal team across all jurisdictions.’

Principaux clients

Precis Advisory Limited


Regal London


T Rowe Price


Aviva Capital Partners


MEAG


Infranity


DigitalBridge


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising a consortium of investors on the formation of an investment partnership with Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data centre campuses.
  • Advising Aviva Capital Partners on Stone Yard, a significant development and regeneration project alongside Moda Living.
  • Advising on the demolition of the existing Belgrove House building at Kings Cross and the development of an iconic new 25,000 square metre structure.

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP provides a comprehensive service for real estate investment clients, offering wider structuring, financing, planning and litigation support from its broader expertise as needed. The firm is especially strong in supporting clients through their disposals of major investment assets in a range of sectors, including office, logistics, residential and data centres. Lee Jackson, who advises private equity funds and global investors, and Nicholas Bartlett, a specialist in alternative residential assets, head the team. Stewart Womersley is well-versed in cross-border investment transactions; whilst Richard Lampert is an expert in structured finance support. Clare Rudd advises on forward fundings and forward purchases. Michael Buchanan and Kate Poole left the practice in July and November 2023 respectively.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lee Jackson; Nick Bartlett


Autres avocats clés:

Tom Goldsmith; Lucy Chadwick; Chris Mullings; Natasha Osment; Stewart Womersley; Clare Rudd; Philippa Widman; Richard Lampert


Les références

‘Excellent and relevant market knowledge. They are well resourced.’

‘Nick Bartlett is very knowledgeable, client focused and effective. Extremely good in meetings – calm, articulate and persuasive’

‘Very responsive and collaborative team; feels like an external in-house legal team.’

Principaux clients

Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust


Scottish Widows Property Authorised Contractual Scheme


Host Students


LaSalle Investment Management


Oxford Nanopore Technologies Plc


Network Rail Infrastructure Limited


Berkeley Group


Heathrow Airport


Thames Water


Urbium Capital


Prime Investment Holdings


Department for Transport and HS2 Limited


Aventicum Capital Management


Unite Students


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Network Rail on the sale of its commercial estate, comprising 5,200 properties, for £1.45bn to Blackstone and Telereal Trillium.
  • Advising Nuveen managed Central Office Fund on the sale of the JPUT holding a newly developed office building in the City of London fully let to a leading international law firm.
  • Advised Unite Students on transactions involving, among other things, the negotiation of a £400m facility provided by LGIM to enable USAF to repay one of its bond issues in its entirety and the restructure of the property holding structures within USAF.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher advises clients on a range of matters, including joint ventures, site acquisitions and disposals, and corporate transactions of property companies and portfolios. The firm is particularly experienced in advising sponsors and borrowers through real estate transactions. Alan Samson leads the practice and is well-versed in supporting clients acquiring real estate loan portfolios. Claibourne Harrison advises on private equity transactions. Jeremy Kenley assists with fund formation and leveraged buyouts, while Robert Carr focuses on financings. Isabel Berger is regularly instructed on minority and majority investments and leveraged buyouts. Sean Tierney transferred to the London office from Los Angeles in August 2023, adding his expertise in the hospitality sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alan Samson


Autres avocats clés:

Claibourne Harrison; Jeremy Kenley; Isabel Berger; Robert Carr; Patrick Hennessy; Sean Tierney


Les références

‘A lovely team to work with. Very commercial, and always willing to help.’

‘The team is excellent, we trust them with our most important documentation and diligence and are never disappointed.’

‘Alan Samson is an industry veteran who has seen all situations and knows the market participants very well.’

Principaux clients

Accuride Corporation


Apollo Global Management


Ares Management


Blackstone


Brookfield


Cale Street Partners


Centerbridge


Davidson Kempner Capital Management


Deutsche Bank AG


Fremont Realty Capital, LP


Groupe Sofidy


KKR


Meadow Partners


Nuveen Real Estate


Oaktree Capital Management


Realty Income Corporation


Related Companies


Strategic Value Partners


Tishman Speyer


Trinity Investments


Welltower


Principaux dossiers


Gowling WLG

Gowling WLG supports institutional investors, REITs, developers, and regeneration authorities on asset acquisitions, disposals, management and letting. The firm’s global network enables it to advise on inward investment into the UK from North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Chris Hunt spearheads the team. Dan Gwilliam is central to the practice, experienced in transactions across traditional and alternative asset classes. Felicity Lindsay is well-versed in forward fundings and portfolio management. Nick Mumby focuses on mixed-use development matters. Khalil Ahmad handles pension funds and private investors on their transactions. In May 2023, Anjali Bancroft and Tom Baines were made partners.

Responsables de la pratique:

Chris Hunt


Autres avocats clés:

Felicity Lindsay; Nick Mumby; Kate Cunningham; Dan Gwilliam; Reena Patel


Principaux clients

Abrdn


AnaCap


Aviva


Clear Sky Capital


Columbia Threadneedle Investments


Ellis Campbell Group


Empiric Student Property plc


Friends Life


HC-One Limited


Intu Properties


Janus Henderson UK Property PAIF


Knight Frank Investment Management


LaSalle Investment Management


Legal & General


London and Strategic land


London & Cambridge Properties


LXi REIT plc


Industrials REIT


NFU Mutual


Portland Capital Real Estate Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Quintain on their placemaking Wembley Park BTR scheme including all development aspects, the recent sale of the student accommodation site to Greystar and the £780m refinancing of the corporate facility.
  • Advising NFUM on its Apache BTR Investment Platform, including its refinancing, and the country’s largest BTR funding deal: Great Charles Street in Birmingham, for c.£300m.
  • Acting on the sale of the final asset of the Threadneedle Carbon Neutral Real Estate Fund.

Hogan Lovells International LLP

Hogan Lovells International LLP advises clients on direct and indirect investments across asset classes, from leisure facilities and offices to student accommodation and data centres. The firm is well-versed in advising on the full lifecycle of investment transactions and is experienced in forward funding deals. The practice is led by Mathew Ditchburn and Daniel Norris, who is an expert in shopping centre transactions and asset management. Sian Owles advises on the structuring of joint ventures. Oliver Chamberlain is noted for his experience in the real estate elements of distressed debt. Graham Cutts regularly acts in the office, life sciences and logistics space.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mathew Ditchburn; Daniel Norris


Autres avocats clés:

Dion Panambalana; Jackie Newstead; Sian Owles; Garaham Cutts


Les références

‘Graham Cutts and team are a highly skilled and efficient operation providing top class advice. The team are a go-to advisor on complex transactions.’

‘Full service firm with strength across the board. Partners are all top-notch and stay involved in the deals.’

‘Daniel Norris and Jackie Newstead are very experienced deal-makers and stay involved throughout.’

‘Dion Panambalana is a superb technician and a market-leader on large scale complex leasing matters.’

Principaux clients

SCPI Pierval Santé


Roku


Immediate Capital Group


Valor Real Estate Partners LLP


Aberdeen Standard


British Land


CapitaLand


CCLA Investment Management


Columbia Threadneedle


Landsec


Coal Pension Funds


M&G Real Estate


Pontegadea


Shaftesbury


Electra


The Crown Estate


U+I Group Plc


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for SCPI Pierval Santé on its investment into the UK in the regulated care home market.
  • Advised on a series of disposals of supermarket portfolios through complex holding structures.
  • Advised on the introduction of a lender group as a new JV partner in the Cribbs Causeway shopping centre and Manchester Arndale shopping centre.

Jones Day

Jones Day supports clients on investment transactions of sites and property portfolios in a variety of sectors, such as hospitality, residential, logistics and offices. The firm is also advising on forward purchases and financings of development projects. Private equity expert Anna Cartwright and David Smith jointly helm the practice. Alistair Grant is a regular advisor to investment funds. Laura Pembridge is well-versed in cross border transactions, especially for private equity clients. Simon Kiff is adept in matters relating to offices. Matthew Peel is experienced in advising alternative lenders and investment managers. Ryan Hill assists clients in alternative assets, such as student accommodation, build-to-rent and logistics. Katie Brown acts for institutional investors, fund vehicles and private companies.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anna Cartwright; David Smith


Autres avocats clés:

John Crowley; Simon Kiff; Laura Pembridge; Ryan Hill; Kirsty Rogerson; Matthew Peel; Katie Brown; Alistair Grant


Principaux clients

ARA Dunedin Limited


CBRE Investment Management


Cortland Partners


Cushman & Wakefield


DOOR S.L.P.


Elwood Fund Management


Get Living plc


GoldenTree Asset Management


Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC


LaSalle Investment Management


M7 Real Estate


Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets


Mark Capital


OakNorth


Oxenwood Real Estate LLP


Oxford Properties


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised DOOR, S.L.P. on the acquisition by Aware Super of Qatari Diar’s 22% stake in Get Living PLC, joining APG and DOOR who each control a 39% stake.
  • Advised Greystar’s pan-European residential fund, Greystar Equity Partners Europe I, on the acquisition and financing of a development site at Wembley Park.
  • Advised Travelodge Hotels and its shareholder, Goldentree Asset Management LP, on its acquisition and financing of a portfolio of 66 hotels from LXi REIT plc.

Linklaters LLP

Carrying ‘a high quality brand and service in the investment world’, Linklaters LLP advises clients on pure real estate investment transactions as well as investment-related matters, including real estate finance and tax, disputes, structured finance, environment and planning. The firm regularly advises international investors, developers and occupiers. At the head of the practice, Andy Bruce advises on acquisitions, financings and disposals across Europe. Siobhan Burton advises funds, corporates, and insolvency practitioners. Matthew Plaskow is an expert on real estate M&A transactions, whilst Tom Watkins specialises in private equity real estate. Kathryn Griffiths covers matters in the logistics, hotels, retail and student accommodation spaces. In 2023, Martin Elliott retired from practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andy Bruce


Autres avocats clés:

Siobhan Burton; Matthew Plaskow; Tom Watkins; Kathryn Griffiths


Les références

‘Commercial and proactive.’

‘Kathryn Griffiths is very proactive and pragmatic, providing clear and commercial advice.’

‘Tom Watkins will always deliver advice in a tailored and concise manner, which is easy to follow and makes commercial sense.’

Principaux clients

City Developments Limited


DigitalBridge Investments


Gamuda Berhad


GIC & Greystar


Ho Bee Land


Lendlease Europe


Obayashi Corporation


The Co-operative Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising City Developments Limited on the purchase of the landmark 23-acre St Katharine Docks, located in central London, from funds advised by Blackstone for £395m.
  • Advising Gamuda Berhad, a Malaysian property company, on the joint acquisition of Winchester House, London, for £257m.
  • Advising Obayashi, a Japanese investor, on the purchase of the freehold interest in 60 Gracechurch Street in the city of London.

Mayer Brown International LLP

The ‘exceptional’ team at Mayer Brown International LLP is adept at handling sizable purchases and sales of UK assets across sectors, be they traditional or alternative assets. The firm regularly advises on office, logistics and retail transactions, particularly when connected to development projects. Its clients include major property companies and private equity funds. Chris Harvey, who supports Asian, US, and European investors looking to enter the UK market, leads the team alongside Andrew Hepner. Jeremy Clay is experienced in structured development and finance matters. Caroline Humble is noted for her expertise on direct and indirect investments into office assets. Iain Roberts frequently assists leading property companies and private equity funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Chris Harvey; Andrew Hepner


Autres avocats clés:

Caroline Humble; Iain Roberts; Simon Price; Alastair Dolman; Richard Page; Jeremy Clay; Sam Harris


Les références

‘Chris Harvey and the MB team are exceptional; they are strong from the lead partner all the way down to the juniors.’

‘Chris Harvey is the best real estate lawyer I have seen in the UK. He is super fast, razor sharp and very commercial. He just gets deals done.’

‘Mayer Brown is a well known law firm to overseas investors, including those in Hong Kong.’

Principaux clients

Bain Capital, LP


Cheyne Capital Management


Chinachem Group


Crosstree Real Estate Partners LLP


Generali


Hang Seng Bank Limited


Helical Plc


LLK


Infinitus


The British Land Company Plc


Tide Construction


Circle Properties


Wirtgen Invest Holding GmbH


Cabot Properties Inc.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Chinachem Group, a property developer based in Hong Kong, on the £349.5 million acquisition of One New Street Square, London EC4 from Landsec, one of the largest real estate companies in Europe.
  • Advised a consortium of fund shareholders of Generali on the sale of a 50% interest in a Dutch company’s ownership of a newly developed office tower in the City (One Fen Court), to a major German insurance institution, for £325 million.
  • Advised Bain Capital Credit, L.P. on the establishment of its up to €600 million European programmatic joint venture with Conren Tramway focusing on logistics assets with a particular focus on Spain and Portugal.

Mishcon de Reya LLP

Mishcon de Reya LLP are well versed in both traditional and alternative residential asset transactions. The department is bolstered by the litigation, planning, construction, tax, and finance expertise offered by the wider firm. Practice head Stephen Hughes is a specialist in regeneration projects. Nick Doffman is a key name, as is Simon Hart, a veteran real estate transaction adviser. Edward Hughes-Power is an alternative residential sector expert. Nicholas Kirby focuses on the life sciences sector. Louise Tainton departed from the firm in October 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Stephen Hughes


Autres avocats clés:

Nick Minkoff; Anju Suneja; Simon Hart; Nick Doffman; Edward Hughes-Power; Nicholas Kirby


Les références

‘All individuals at the company provide expert advice and add great value to the transaction process.’

‘Simon Hart provides an excellent service and very commercially insightful advice. ’

‘Anju Suneja is outstanding and exemplifies a can-do attitude. A fantastic lawyer – she works incredibly hard for her clients and always ensures timing agendas are met.’

Principaux clients

Brookfield


PGIM Real Estate


Derwent London Plc


Endurance Land and Nan Fung Group


Watkin Jones Plc


Fusion Students


The Olayan Group


Taurus Investment Holdings


Jesta Capital


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Fusion Students on their £235 million purpose-built student accommodation deal with US investor, Cain International, in joint venture with Israeli insurance firm Menora Mictachim Group.
  • Advised Taurus Investment Holdings Limited, a US based real estate private equity firm on entry into three separate joint ventures.
  • Advising Derwent London on its redevelopment of the Network Building on Tottenham Court Road, central London.

Taylor Wessing LLP

Taylor Wessing LLP advises ultra-high net worth individuals and families on their investment transactions, especially in connection with development projects. The firm is also well-versed in financings, including financings under Islamic law. Paul Lawrence, who is a specialist in private wealth real estate investment, oversees the practice. Leona Ahmed is a key name in the firm for Islamic law financing. Mark Rajbenbach is experienced in development-related matters. Matthew Swainston is noted as a ‘very experienced dealmaker’. Georgina Watt, who made partner in May 2023, focuses on investments in the logistics space, whilst Lauren Fendick specialises in the life sciences sector. A regular advisor on forward funded transactions, Chris Turley is another key name.

Responsables de la pratique:

Paul Lawrence


Autres avocats clés:

Matthew Swainston; Paul Leamy; Adam Marks; Mark Rajbenbach; Leona Ahmed; Georgina Watt; Lauren Fendick


Les références

‘Great people, overwhelmingly dedicated. Prepared to take a pragmatic and commercial view.’

‘Matthew Swainston is superb.’

‘Mark Rajbenbach is without equal in terms of his knowledge and experience. It’s obvious that his approach also permeates through his working team.’

Principaux clients

Lembaga Tabung Haji


Teesworks


Clivedale


Smithfield Market Traders’ Association


BGO


MARK and C C Land


Invesco


Fortress Credit Corp


Crosstree Real Estate Partners


KKR


Amante


Canda Life


Trammell Crow


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised European asset management and logistics solutions business Infinium Logistics on its acquisition of two new assets for its FleetHubs property investment platform.
  • Advised the UHNW Cola family on a number of concurrent matters for their £1.5bn portfolio of assets.
  • Advising BGO in relation to their entire portfolio of prime logistics assets in the UK.

Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie advises clients across the spectrum of investment work, including assisting with sales, leasebacks, and joint ventures. The firm has seen recent activity in the hotel, office, and logistics sectors, advising on portfolio and individual site transactions. Justin Salkeld leads the practice, advising on transactional and development aspects of investments. Ben Farnell supports a range of clients, such as individuals, multinational corporations, and foreign governments. Stefanie Price is a retail specialist within the team. Jack Rubin focuses on real estate finance and construction.

Responsables de la pratique:

Justin Salkeld


Autres avocats clés:

Ben Farnell; Stefanie Price; Jack Rubin


Les références

‘The team functions as a highly valued adviser with a strong demonstration of client care and commitment.’

‘Stefanie Price is a dependable and skilled adviser. Extremely responsive and client focused.’

‘Jack Rubin is a rising star in the department. Highly intelligent and capable, a very thoughtful and commercial operator who is far more than a safe pair of hands.’

Principaux clients

Intermediate Capital Group


Shiying Property Holdings Limited


CLdN Cobelfret


Frasers Property


Capri Holdings


HNA International Property Investment Company Three Limited


HIG Realty


Fattal Group


Mapletree Investments


Edwardian Group Limited


Tapestry


Colt


Emerson


Cancer Research UK


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for Edwardian Group Limited on the sale of a 10 hotel portfolio to Starwood Capital.
  • Acting for Shimao in connection with the sale of their landmark asset building,”Sancroft” to Greycoat and Mitsui JV.
  • Acting for Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust Ellesmere Trust on the GBP 101m forward-funding of the development of a Peugeot logistics centre in Ellesmere Port, near Liverpool and subsequent lease.

Dentons

Dentons regularly advises clients on investment matters connected to large development projects, including site acquisitions, refinancings and disposals. The firm is experienced in traditional and alternative assets classes, such as logistics, hotels, build-to-rent and self-storage. Rob Thompson, with expertise in both corporate real estate and real estate finance transactions, leads the practice. Simon Masri is a veteran in the hotels and hospitality sector, whilst Alex Coulter adds logistics expertise. Laura Gowing is another key name in the practice who frequently advises international clients on their property investments into the UK.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rob Thompson


Autres avocats clés:

Alex Coulter; Laura Gowing; Simon Masri


Principaux clients

RTP Global


Harrison Street


Realstar


Heitman


Royal Mail


John Lewis Partnership


Taylor Wimpey


Frasers Group Plc


Transport for London


Redevco


P3 Logistics


GIC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised P3 Logistic Parks on its acquisition of two logistics assets from SEGRO, representing its first entry into the UK market.
  • Advised Arora Group on its acquisition of the former Heythorp College, a 2.7-acre site situated on Kensington Square.
  • Advised leading investment manager Harrison Street on its development joint venture with NFU Mutual and Apache Capital, for the acquisition and funding of Moda Living’s £302m Great Charles Street build-to-rent development in Birmingham.

Goodwin

Goodwin advises along the life-cycle of investment transactions, supporting clients on all issues connected to a project, such as finance, funds, tax and regulatory matters. The team regularly supports clients in the office, telecoms and logistics spaces, including the last-mile logistics space. James Spence, who is well-versed in transactions across Europe, and Martin Smith, who advises on asset and corporate SPV transactions, lead the team. David Evans is a fund structuring specialist, whilst Simon Woodcock adds to the firm’s international investment expertise. Justin Cornelius acts on all aspects of unlisted closed- and open-ended real estate funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

James Spence; Martin Smith


Autres avocats clés:

David Evans; Simon Woodcock; Eric Lim; Justin Cornelius


Les références

‘Goodwin is a very reliable and constant partner. They provide high-quality legal advice on real estate transactions and related legal corporate structuring.’

‘James Spence is a true business partner. He will make sure the people with the right expertise get involved.’

‘The Goodwin real estate team is our go-to advisor for complex real estate matters and, notably, hospitality investments. We highly appreciate their ability to drive complex negotiations, their responsiveness and the fact that we always feel partner involvement.’

Principaux clients

Kadans Science Partner


Clarion Partners Europe


Frogmore


Fidera Vecta


Workspace Group


BentallGreenOak


Kennedy Wilson


Crossroads Real Estate


London Square


Medical Properties Trust


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised on the sale of LSQ Management Limited and London Square Developments to Aldar Development (LSQ) Limited.
  • Advised Kennedy Wilson Europe Real Estate Limited on the sale of The Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin and its operations.
  • Advised AXA Real Estate Investment Management, alongside its joint venture partner Oxygen Studios, on the exchange of contracts with the British Broadcasting Corporation for the purchase of the BBC’s Elstree Studios site in London.

K&L Gates LLP

With strength in residential investment matters, including BTR and SFR transactions, K&L Gates LLP advises clients on all aspects of real estate matters, including tax, funds, finance, regulatory and investment management matters. The firm is also well-versed in logistics and light industrial investment matters. Christian Major is the practice head. Wayne Smith advises on real estate portfolio transactions and management. Christopher Swallow has expertise in alternative asset sectors, including data centres and student accommodation. Joanna Williams regularly assists on office letting and disposal transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Christian Major


Autres avocats clés:

Steven Cox; Joanna Williams; Chiara Del Frate; Tim Webb; Wayne Smith; Christopher Swallow; Emma Maher; Richard Dollimore


Les références

‘The K&L Gates real estate team are skilled, reactive and offer exceptional legal expertise.’

‘Chiara Del Frate is a trusted business partner with exceptional legal expertise and great leadership skills. She is a true force of nature in getting a matter completed, irrespective of how many legal issues may arise along the way!’

‘The K&L Gates team are very commercial and market focused – we have recognised their ability to progress a deal, particularly in the current challenging climate, to ensure the transaction is delivered for their client in an efficient and effective manner.’

Principaux clients

Abrdn Plc


Coty Inc.


Cromwell Property Group


Edinburgh St James Limited Partnership


European Estates Plc


The Guinness Partnership


Hakkasan


LRC Group


Nuveen Real Estate


Packaged Living


Patrizia AG


Slalom Consulting Inc.


Unity Software, Inc.


Watkin Jones


Workspace Group Plc


Zephyr X Developments


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Edinburgh St James Limited Partnership on the real estate construction aspects of the St James Quarter Development, one of the biggest construction developments in the UK.
  • Advising Guinness Homes on the c.£110m sale to an institutional investor of a London-sited, 28-storey ‘Build To Rent’ and commercial investment in the course of development.
  • Advising Workspace, a major provider of flexible and innovative business space on a significant regeneration scheme in Haringey.

Macfarlanes LLP

Macfarlanes LLP advises major corporates and private individuals alike, ‘displaying considerable knowledge and commerciality’ throughout each matter. The firm specialises in corporate and private equity real estate matters. It has also seen recent activity in the purpose-built student accommodation space. Clare Breeze is the head of the practice, with experience on financing matters. Dan Marriott regularly advises the full range of investment clients, including borrowers and lenders. Nick Barnes specialises in life sciences assets. Dominic Cunliffe and Tom Pedder retired in April 2023. Steven Pitchford left the firm in August 2023. Tania Barnes made partner in May 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Clare Breeze


Autres avocats clés:

Anthony Burnett-Scott; Dan Marriott; Nick Barnes; Tania Barnes


Les références

‘They instil confidence in their clients by displaying considerable knowledge and commerciality in equal measure. They are approachable and friendly and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Nick Barnes is always reliable and helpful. He delivers pragmatic advice in a confident, clear and comprehensive way.’

‘The team are excellent at real estate transactions. The collaboration between the team, but also when working with the other side counsel, is very helpful.’

Principaux clients

Berkeley Homes


Canary Wharf Group


Derwent London


Hillwood Investment Properties


Industrial Property Investment Fund


Legal & General


Realstar Group


Stanhope plc


Supermarket Income REIT Plc


Westmont Hospitality Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised UK developer Stanhope and its Canadian funding partner Cadillac Fairview on their joint venture and acquisition of a 110,000 sq ft trio of properties within Cambridge Science Park.
  • Advised Legal & General Investment Management on the acquisition of two purpose built-student accommodation assets from Global Student Accommodation, marking the launch of the L&G Student Living Platform.
  • Advised Hillwood Investment Properties on a forward funding agreement with Crown Packaging in connection with the development and sale of a 632,000 sq ft beverage can manufacturing facility in Peterborough.

Maples Teesdale LLP

A boutique real estate practice, Maples Teesdale LLP is well-accustomed to asset classes across the property sphere, including offices, residential, retail, and mixed-use. The firm is particularly skilled in supporting international clients in their UK endeavours. At the helm, Declan Power is well-versed in forward funding, forward purchases and joint ventures. Roger Thornton regularly advises on sales and disposals of single assets and portfolios. Neil Sagoo is an expert in transactions of office assets. In October 2023, Chris Wilkinson retired from the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Declan Power


Autres avocats clés:

Neil Sagoo; Katherine Watts; Sam Nichols; Charles Elgood; Adam Bernstein; Ed Bird; Mark Harryman; Charles Elgood; Roger Thornton


Les références

‘The team is very knowledgeable across the many disciplines required in order to progress complex real estate transactions, from acquisitions and disposals to planning and funding support. They provide a well co-ordinated service and are always willing to think laterally in order to overcome obstacles which crop up along the way.’

‘I’m always impressed with their knowledge, speed at undertaking the work, level of legal guidance and their approachability.’

‘Great firm, easy to work with.’

Principaux clients

abrdn


Bywater Properties


CBRE Investment Management


City of London Corporation


CLS Holdings plc


Columbia Threadneedle Investments


DTZ Investors


Firethorn Trust


Henry Boot plc


Lands Improvement Holdings


Legal & General


Patrizia AG


Pictet Alternative Advisors


Stanhope plc


Workspace plc


Yoo Capital


Principaux dossiers


  • Acting for Stanhope plc and Ontario Teachers Pension Plan on 70 Gracechurch Street, a prime 125,000 sq. ft office building with 90,000 sq ft retail space in the City of London.
  • Advise the joint venture between JR Capital and Chancerygate on their £150m fund with a five-year life targeting urban logistics, industrial and warehousing investments across the UK.
  • Acted on the sale of Columbia Threadneedle Investment’s CT Property Trust to London-listed real estate investment trust LondonMetric for £200m.

Norton Rose Fulbright

Norton Rose Fulbright is well-versed in portfolio and site acquisition support, particularly in connection with wider development project advice. The firm is particularly specialised in renewable energy asset transactions, with strength in the residential sector also. Practice head David Hawkins is an advisor to international investors on their mixed-use investments. Dan Wagerfield specialises in inward investment from Asia. Wasim Khan is an expert in Islamic finance. Charlie Pinkerton advises on healthcare and residential asset transactions. Helen Finnis and Juliette Kelly are key names.

Responsables de la pratique:

David Hawkins


Autres avocats clés:

Charlie Pinkerton; Wasim Khan; Dan Wagerfield; Juliette Kelly; Helen Finnis


Les références

‘Excellent attention to detail and commerciality. Very good partner-led practice.’

‘The team is personable and adaptable. They work with us to offer bespoke solutions rather than off the peg products.’

‘Charlie Pinkerton is very personable and calm in the face of challenges thrown up in the deal process.’

Principaux clients

Dorrington Plc


European Impact Property Fund


St Modwen Strategic Land Limited


AIP Asset Management


Perennial Holdings


Terrae Novo Limited


RAW Charging


Commerz Real


WELPUT


Olympia London


Caleus Capital Investors


Ashby Capital


Employees Provident Fund


57 Whitehall S.à.r.l.


DP World London Gateway


Europa Capital


Civitas Investment Management


RWE AG


British Racing Drivers Club


NoIvanhoé Cambridge


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Savills on the acquisition of a £300m student portfolio across multiple jurisdictions in one of the largest UK PBSA deals of 2023.
  • Advised on the £1.5bn investment and redevelopment of Olympia London into a major cultural and entertainment destination.
  • Advised leading impact investor Civitas Investment Management on its £200m+ investment to acquire specialist care properties from CareTech.

Paul Hastings LLP

With experienced practitioners in a range of jurisdictions, Paul Hastings LLP supports clients based and operating across Europe. Michael James is the head of the practice and is experienced in structured acquisitions and disposals across Europe. Stephen Nicolas is well-versed in residential and hotels asset classes. Edward Meadowcroft and Matthew Peters are also of note within the team, experienced in acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructurings, joint ventures and corporate real estate.

Responsables de la pratique:

Michael James


Autres avocats clés:

Stephen Nicolas; Edward Meadowcroft; Matthew Peters


Principaux clients

Starwood Capital


Goldman Sachs


TPG


Grand City Properties


Evans Randall Investors


PineBridge Benson Elliot


Walton Street


Cerberus


Angelo Gordon


Aroundtown


DPK Real Estate


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Starwood Capital on the acquisition of ten hotels in prime locations in central London.
  • Advising Bank of Montreal, Desjardins, and the National Bank of Canada in connection with the provision of a $615 million bridge financing to Alpha Auto Group Holdings for its recommended offer for Lookers plc.
  • Advising TOG/Fora in relation to the negotiation and entry into work space development and management contracts at multiple sites, including 60 London Wall and the Blue Fin Building with LaSalle and Oxford Properties respectively.

Pinsent Masons LLP

Pinsent Masons LLP advises on investment transactions across a range of asset classes, including logistics, hotels, alternative and offices. The group additionally handles alternative assets such as student accommodation, build-to-rent and later living. Claire Hughes heads the practice and is an expert on hotels matters. Anthony Newton is key to the firm’s alternatives expertise, focusing on student accommodation. The ‘excellent’ Mike Reid is well-versed in investment joint ventures, as well as letting and pre-letting work. Richard Lloyd regularly assists clients on investments involving development components.

Responsables de la pratique:

Claire Hughes


Autres avocats clés:

Anthony Newton; Mike Reid; Richard Lloyd; Sarah Williams; Adam Carney; Janet Matthews


Les références

‘Pinsents are obviously taking AI very seriously and have been great at communicating AI options to us for consideration.’

‘Mike Reid is an excellent partner. He has strong technical expertise and experience of the market. He is also pleasant to work with and strives to understand the commercial drivers for his clients.’

‘They have a very good work ethic and a good level of detail.’

Principaux clients

CBRE Investment Managers


Royal London


Legal & General


Land Securities Properties Limited


AXA Investment Managers Real Assets


Oxford Properties


Hines


The Portman Estate


Pension Insurance Corporation


Abstract Securities Limited


Grainger PLC


Archer Hotel Capital


Resonance Impact Investment


Cycas Hospitality B.V


Brightbay Real Estate Partners


Court Collaboration


Citra Living Limited


Romulus


Swiss Life Asset Managers


Principaux dossiers


Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP assists clients with high value single asset and portfolio transactions sectors. The firm handles retail, hospitality, office and industrial assets. It is also well-versed in real estate financing matters. Jimmy Theodorou is the firm’s head of practice, advising institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Andrew Jenkinson and Nav Sahota are both well-versed in the hospitality industry. Nick Harris is also noted for his mixed-use development experience.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jimmy Theodorou


Autres avocats clés:

Andrew Jenkinson; Brigid North; Nav Sahota; Nick Harris


Les références

‘Responsive and commercially astute. Quick to deal with matters when time is an issue.’

‘Jimmy Theodorou and Nav Sahota are great to work with and provide a first class service. They don’t lose sight of what the objective is and will provide robust, commercial thinking to issues that may arise.’

‘A well known and well respected commercial property team with significant strength in depth.’

Principaux dossiers


Ropes & Gray LLP

Well-versed in big ticket investment transactions, Ropes & Gray LLP specialises in supporting clients in their real estate joint ventures, especially through the creation of investment platforms. The firm is also experienced in distressed assets and handles a range of alternative asset classes, including data centres, PBSA, logistics, and light industrial sites. David Seymour, a joint venture veteran, and Will Bryant, an expert in the logistics and light industrial spaces, lead the team. Harriet Moseley is well-versed on PBSA, co-living and data centre projects. Joseph Patchitt specialises in private equity real estate.

Responsables de la pratique:

David Seymour; Will Bryant


Autres avocats clés:

Harriet Moseley; Joseph Patchitt


Les références

‘David Seymour and his team are very commercial.’

‘Very strong, commercial and reliable, and they provide good advice.’

‘Very strong understanding of the clients’ commercial drivers. Able to give practical advice based on the end goal.’

Principaux clients

APG


Arax Properties


Arrow Capital


Bain Capital


Brookfield


Cathexis


Yondr


CPPIB


Partners Group


King Street


QuadReal


Sixth Street


TPG


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Partners Group on its programmatic joint venture with DeA Capital and Camplus International to build a European purpose-built student accommodation platform and on the joint venture’s first acquisition of a seed portfolio.
  • Advised Brookfield on its real estate solutions joint venture with Copley Point Capital, a specialist manager and operator of U.K. industrial real estate, on the joint venture aspects of its acquisition of three warehouses at Heathrow Airport.
  • Advising Partners Group on its programmatic joint venture with Host Student Housing to build up a £1 billion UK purpose-built student accommodation and co-living platform.

Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons specialises in real estate funds work, advising clients on corporate wrapper deals and joint ventures. The firm’s asset class experience is broad, with experience in office, warehouse, logistics, life science, residential, and mixed-use related matters. John Kelsey leads the practice, and is knowledgeable in structured acquisitions and disposals of investment properties. Ali Crosthwaite contributes to the team’s strength in central London investment work. Matthew Hooton and Jonathon Wilkes focus on corporate wrapper deals. In February 2024, Barry Gross and Oliver s’Jacob joined from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner and Morrison Foerster respectively.

Responsables de la pratique:

John Kelsey


Autres avocats clés:

Simon Gardiner; Ali Crosthwaite; Matthew Hooton; Alice Bell; Jonathon Wilkes; Ashley Davidson; Caroline Turner-Inskip; James Curry; Barry Gross; Oliver s’Jacob


Principaux clients

Breakthrough Properties


Old Park Lane Management Limited


Deka Immobilien


Next Energy


Legal & General


Firethorn


Realty Income


Patrizia


Blackrock


Valor Real Estate


Principaux dossiers


Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Trowers & Hamlins LLP supports private and public sector clients on a range of investment transactions, with experience in mixed use projects as well as residential assets. The firm is particularly experienced in build-to-rent and senior living projects. Kyle Holling leads the team in London. Key team member Julien Allen is well-versed in portfolio financing. Tom Calnan specialises in private equity-related matters. Dwynwen Lewis focuses on the industrial and logistics sector. Katie Todd left the practice in February 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Suzanne Benson; Kyle Holling


Autres avocats clés:

Patrick Morris; Lizzie Pillinger; Tom Calnan; Julien Allen; Dwynwen Lewis


Les références

‘The property team at Trowers & Hamlins are all very capable lawyers and are well led.’

‘Patrick Morris’ speed of work and response is second to none, and he has a fantastic brain set to find practical solutions to every problem that arises.’

‘Trowers are a highly professional and friendly team who provide a responsive and focused service when dealing with complex matters. They take a pragmatic approach and always provide reliable advice and guidance.’

Principaux clients

Ellison Oxford Limited


Countryside Partnerships


Urban Logistics REIT


Oryx Real Estate Partners


Apache Capital Partners


Senior Living Investment Partners


Graven Hill Village Development Company


Vengrove


Federated Hermes Property Unit Trust


Europa Capital


Outcomes First Group


Square Roots Registered Provider Limited


Stoll


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising in relation to Ellison Oxford Limited’s huge and highly significant development project at Oxford Science Park.
  • Acted for Countryside Partnerships on the acquisition and construction of a site at Northwick Park Hospital as part of a joint venture with Sovereign Network Group which will deliver circa 654 homes of which 245 will be affordable tenures.

Wedlake Bell LLP

Containing a ‘multi-faceted team of experts’, Wedlake Bell LLP employs specialist practitioners in the commercial, planning, construction and tax sectors to enhance its investment matters. The firm is knowledgeable on transactions within the residential, logistics, office and life sciences. Advising on transactions in the entertainment, hospitality and retail sector, David de Maupeou leads the team. Claire Nelson is adept at supporting clients with their property portfolio managements. Suzanne Gill is an expert on office, retail and telecoms assets.

Responsables de la pratique:

David de Maupeou


Autres avocats clés:

Suzanne Gill; Sarah Blunn; Justin Lewis Vivas; Ben Dunbar; Claire Nelson


Les références

‘A strong, multi-faceted team of experts.’

‘Helpful, courteous, flexible.’

‘They have good market and sector knowledge, and work well with other lawyers. Good breadth of team so that ancillary areas of law can be called upon as necessary.’

Principaux clients

CFC Underwriting


Fenton Whelan


GSE Property Group


Zeno Capital


London Metric


Global Holdings Group


Urban Logistics REIT Plc


LondonMetric Property PLC


Fuller, Smith & Turner


Care UK


Oxenwood Real Estate


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Global Holdings Group on the leasehold purchase of landmark Mayfair office 1 Hanover Square from publishing giant Condé Nast.
  • Advised GSE Property Group on the sale of their Ashford International Truckstop development to BP and leaseback to Ashford International Truck Stop Limited.
  • Advised Zeno Capital as owner in the negotiation of a long-term reversionary lease deal with their existing tenant, Standard Chartered Bank, on its global HQ at 1 Basinghall Avenue.

Boodle Hatfield LLP

Boodle Hatfield LLP is experienced in matters concerning a wide range of property types, from agricultural holdings to hotels to shopping centres. Its expertise includes construction, finance and litigation assistance. Andrew Wilmot-Smith, who regularly advises family offices, landed estates and private capital entities, leads the team. Graham Winkley is an expert in landlord and tenant legislation affecting residential and mixed-use blocks. Rajeev Joshi focuses on the hotels sector, whilst David Rawlence specialises in the office sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andrew Wilmot-Smith


Autres avocats clés:

Rajeev Joshi; David Rawlence; Sophie Henwood; Graham Winkley


Les références

‘David Rawlence is very knowledgeable about flexible offices and has a very commercial approach.’

Principaux dossiers


Burges Salmon LLP

Burges Salmon LLP provides support to a range of investors, with strength in assisting private pension funds in their transactions and portfolio management. The firm is also strong in the industrial and logistics space. Robert Forman, who is experienced in hotel investments, and Matthew Sims, an office expert, lead the team. Richard Read is a key name within the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Robert Forman; Matthew Sims


Autres avocats clés:

Richard Read; Philip Beer; Jessica Chesterfield; Ross Polkinghorne


Les références

‘The team covers a breadth of expertise and skills. They are very commercially focused and provide excellent advice.’

‘Richard Read is simply outstanding – very responsive, very commercially focused and provides well-thought-out advice.’

Principaux clients

Tritax Big Box REIT


Pandox


London & Regional


Zetland Capital


St Modwen


LGPS Central


DTZ Investors


Darwin Alternative Investment Management


Knight Frank Investment Management


Border to Coast Pension Partnerships Limited


The Worshipful Company of Leathersellers


West Ranga Property Group Limited


Hodgetts Industrial


Numa Stays


New Amsterdam


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Tritax Big Box REIT Plc, the largest listed investor in high-quality logistics warehouse assets in the UK, on its £5 billion property portfolio.
  • Advising the LGPS Central UK Direct Property Fund, a local government pension scheme fund which is targeting acquisitions of c.£500 million of directly held property investments across a range of real estate asset classes over the next three years.
  • Advising London & Regional on the £75 million disposal of Jamestown Wharf, Camden, London.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

With multiple offices across the UK and globally, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP handles investment matters for national and international clients. The firm is well versed in a wide array of asset classes, especially leisure, logistics, offices, landed estates and hotels. Lee Medlock heads the team and is highly experienced in leisure sector investment work for private equity-owned businesses. Louise Ward adds insight into ESG aspects of real estate matters. Cara Imbrailo covers retail, offices, medical and residential assets.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lee Medlock


Autres avocats clés:

Mark White; Sarah Keens; Alexander Gold; Louise Ward; Eddie Richards; Cara Imbrailo; Lynsey Inglis; Usman Khan


Les références

‘Strong and wide skills sets. The team speak to each other regularly and are aware of what each arm of our business is doing. They provide recommendations and advice rather than scenarios for us to pick what to do’

‘Individuals come back to us quickly with advice and recommendations. They adopt a commercial approach rather than getting bogged down in too much technical legalese.’

‘The team is easy to deal with, they get things done. This team is the go to when doing smaller real estate transactions with a tight deadline.’

Principaux clients

David Lloyd Leisure Limited


TDR Capital


Asda Stores Limited


Lovett Care Limited


EQT Exeter


The Church Commissioners for England


The Pollen Estate


Stonegate Pub Company Limited


BioMed Realty L.P.


Warrant Investments PLC


Howard de Walden


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Asda on all real estate aspects of their purchase of Co-Operative Group’s petrol station business with a deal value of c. £600m.
  • Providing real estate and corporate advice to Stonegate in respect of group restructuring in respect of a £600m+ financing.
  • Acted for City of London Corporation on a major new development at Norton Folgate, Shoreditch, including working on all aspects of three separate development agreements, which were entered into pursuant to an option agreement with the developer.

Clyde & Co

Clyde & Co regularly advises its clients on investment-related leasings and transactions, and is particularly adept in refinancings. Will Deeprose oversees the practice, and focuses on residential-led mixed-use projects. Anabelle Redman specialises in inward investment matters. Graeme Taylor acts for clients in connection with development projects, whilst John Pearce assists with regeneration schemes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Will Deeprose; Annabelle Redman


Autres avocats clés:

John Pearce; Graeme Taylor; Kathryn Salsbury; Laura Oliver; Paul Cole


Les références

‘We have been impressed with their responsiveness, diligence on details and documents and general approach to transactions and counter-parties.’

‘Clyde’s real estate and investment team have exceptional knowledge in the field. They provide an exceptional service in regard to responding to requests, the time it takes them to respond to draft documents, and the commercial and practical advice they give.’

Principaux clients

Marcol


CGIS


Regal London


Metropolitan Properties


Wyngrove Limited


Premcor Estates


Costain PLC


Fidelis


Native Land


Premcor


The Adil Group


Augur


Grainger


Vantage


Ares Management Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Native Land Limited on all real estate aspects of their 230,000 sq ft office building, Arbour, at their £2.5bn development, Bankside Yards.
  • Advising Marcol/CGIS on the real estate and security aspects of their £67m portfolio refinance of eight multi-let investment properties across the country.
  • Advised Regal London on all real estate aspects of the refinance of Senna Building, Shoreditch Exchange, a high value 143,000 square foot building in London, with a value of £100m.

Davitt Jones Bould

The rapidly growing team at Davitt Jones Bould advises public and private clients on the full spectrum of real estate investment matters. Peter Allinson, Madeleine Davitt and John Condliffe lead the team. Davitt is experienced in supporting public bodies, whilst Condliffe is particularly active for major retailers. Teresa Kamppari Baker adds to the firm’s retail expertise alongside her hotel experience. Katy Bearn joined the practice in September 2023 from Gowling WLG.

Responsables de la pratique:

Peter Allinson; Madeleine Davitt; John Condliffe


Autres avocats clés:

Teresa Kamppari Baker; Sean Bulman; Philippa Hipwell; Melanie Greer-Walker; Mary Anderson; Katy Bearn


Les références

‘Efficient, responsive, practical.’

‘DJB has a unique approach, offering specialist real estate focussed support on a flexible basis.’

‘Depth in specialisms within real estate, and an ability to draw upon specialist resources, even when it may only be a small part of an overall transaction.’

Principaux clients

Primary Health Properties


Merchant Land Investments


Plato Estates


Sandyford Properties


Surrey County Council


Grainger Plc


Woking Borough Council


The Royal Parks


Guys and St Thomas Hospital


Rick Stein’s


UK Health Security Agency


Smiggle


Department for Health and Social Care


National Highways


Fujifilm


Habitat for Humanity


Medical Research Foundation


Florence Nightingale Museum Trust


Natural England


Environment Agency


Brighton and Hove City Council


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising FTSE 250 company Primary Health Properties on the management of their portfolio.
  • Advising Merchant Land, who own a portfolio of offices and flats in prime London locations including 30 Grays Inn Road, 63/65 Charlotte Street and more.
  • Advising FTSE 250 property investment company Grainger Plc on matters relating to their portfolio.

DWF

DWF advises REITs, fund managers, investors, and developers on a broad range of matters, including leasings and financings. The team is led by Damian Fleming, who is well-versed in portfolio-related matters. James Froud is experienced in residential matters. Mark Shepherd assists with direct and indirect investment transactions. Carla Revelo is adept at handling acquisitions, disposals and financings. Neal Bhattacharyya is knowledgeable on asset management issues.

Responsables de la pratique:

Damian Fleming


Autres avocats clés:

Mark Shepherd; Carla Revelo; Neal Bhattacharyya; James Froud


Les références

‘James Froud is the best lawyer I have worked with in UK. He provides all possible legal skills sought by an institutional investor.’

‘Very efficient team, knows how to defend our interests and provides very good advice.’

‘James Froud is always great to work with. Knows how to negotiate for clients.’

Principaux clients

LXi REIT plc


Alti Tiedemann Global


Corum XL


Dover Harbour Board


The Freehold Acquisition Corporation Ltd


Fiera Capital


Tesco


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised long-standing client LXi REIT on the £210 million corporate and asset sale of a portfolio of 66 Travelodge hotels.
  • Advising Dover Harbour Board across the whole of its real estate portfolio following a tender process.
  • Advised long-standing client Corum XL on substantial acquisitions totalling c. £37 million, as well as asset management across its portfolio in England and Wales.

Farrer & Co

Farrer & Co focuses on a mid-market investment work for a range of clients, including charities. The practice is headed by Kate Corke, a finance specialist. Mark Gauguier is a key name, with experience on film studio development projects. Sarah Aggarwal specialises in advising charities and high net worth individuals. Barbara Beasley is experienced in forward funding and purchases.In September 2023, Clare Reddy joined the firm from Lewis Silkin LLP.

Responsables de la pratique:

Kate Corke


Autres avocats clés:

Mark Gauguier; Henry Stevens; Hayley Wilson; Barbara Beasley; Sarah Aggarwal; Meghan Hatfield; Fred Lee; Clare Reddy


Les références

‘Efficient, proactive, approachable and enthusiastic with a keen desire and focus to get the job done.’

‘Hayley Wilson draws on a wide depth of knowledge and experience.’

Principaux clients

Charities Property Fund


Duchy of Cornwall


Highbridge Properties plc


Shinfield Studios Limited


UKVB LuxCo 1 S.à r.l


The Ironmongers Company


Burghley Estate


The British Library


Property Trust Group


Victoria and Albert Museum


London Bioscience Innovation Centre


Commonwealth Real Estate LP


Shadowbox Studios


Englefield Estate Trust Corporation


Gascoyne Cecil Estates


Graven Hill Purchaser Ltd


Welbeck Estates


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Charities Property fund on numerous investment transactions.
  • Advising Shinfield Studios Limited on all aspects of a transaction with The University of Reading for the construction of a major film studios complex in Shinfield, Berkshire.
  • Advising Luxembourg real estate investment fund UKVB LuxCo 1 S.à r.l on a number of transactions as they look to build their portfolio to a target net asset value of £400m.

Fladgate LLP

Fladgate LLP advises clients on joint ventures, lettings, transactions and receiverships. Where necessary, the firm can also draw on construction and planning specialists. Stephen Lewis heads the team, a retail and leisure expert. Kirsty Corkum is experienced in pre-lettings, and Gideon Dabby-Joory is well-versed on finance and asset management matters. Simon Kanter is experienced in project negotiations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Stephen Lewis


Autres avocats clés:

Kirsty Corkum; James Fry; Gideon Dabby-Joory; Matthew Williams; Simon Kanter


Les références

‘Simon Kanter is an outstanding solicitor; his attention to detail and his superb legal abilities are of great value to clients, especially in large transactions.’

‘Medium sized firm which offers the best of both worlds.’

‘Simon Kanter understands what is required, especially commercially, to delivery the objectives required.’

Principaux clients

YOO Capital


Tene Living


Capreon


Noe Group


LPA Receivers


Urbana Partners


Cohort Capital Holdings Limited


Bravo Watford


Polimeks


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising YOO Capital regarding its proposed acquisition of approximately 30 acres of land in Kentish Town, Camden to be developed into a ‘mini hollywood’.
  • Advised Tene Living on a joint venture with Goldman Sachs for the acquisition of the Alto Building and Emerald Gardens development in Wembley Park, HA9 from Lonestar.
  • Advised Capreon/Noe Group, a high-profile private real estate investment firm, regarding the disposal of Parkgate Retail Park, Rotherham to Columbia Threadneedle Investments for in excess of £80 million.

Forsters LLP

Forsters LLP is experienced in advising overseas investors on their entry into the UK market, acting on matters relating to logistics, senior living and purpose-built student accommodation assets. Magnus Hassett and Victoria Towers, both experts on industrial and logistics matters, spearhead the practice. Andrew Denye is very adept at advising clients on retail assets. Katherine Ekers supports clients with office transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Magnus Hassett; Victoria Towers


Autres avocats clés:

Andrew Denye; Katherine Ekers


Les références

‘Forsters are highly experienced at property development funding and investment sale transactions. With their multidisciplinary practice, they are able to resource and advise on complex transactions.’

‘Forsters are prepared to provide genuine advice to clients. Ultimately, their commercial style takes some pressure off the client in terms of time and detail. ’

‘High quality team with very strong market knowledge and focus on delivery. The quality and availability of senior teams is exceptional.’

Principaux clients

abrdn


Consolidated Developments


Fiera Real Estate


LaSalle Investment Management


Lazari


Octopus Real Estate


Patrizia


Q Investment Partners


Savills Investment Management


Wrenbridge


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Knight Dragon, a leading property investor, in relation to the £8.4 billion scheme to redevelop Greenwich Peninsula.
  • Advising the buyer, Melford Capital, an entrepreneurial investor in UK real estate, in connection with its purchase of 5-9 Great Newport Street, situated between Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
  • Assisting Shakra Investments with the acquisition of the 1 Sovereign Square office building in Leeds.

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP regularly advises clients on investment transactions originating from within the UK and abroad, especially from North America. The firm is well-versed in joint venture support, including advising on joint venture formation and restructuring. The practice is led by Fiona Kelly from London. Patrick Williams is frequently approached by institutional and private equity investors, as well as fund managers, on their investment matters. Former practice co-chair Darren Rogers and Devina Rana have left the firm to join McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fiona Kelly


Autres avocats clés:

Patrick Williams; Freya Dear


Les références

‘Strong technical capability combined with deep understanding of our business.’

‘Committed to delivering advice steering towards the solutions needed as efficiently as possible.’

‘Their strong commercial expertise complements their first-rate legal knowledge, providing valuable advice on a range of transactions and other matters.’

Principaux clients

Brookfield Asset Management


Cove Communities


PSP Investments


Montgomery Street Partners


Goldman Sachs


Invesco Real Estate


China Investment Corporation


Madison International Realty


PSP Investments


Alecta


Starlight Investments


Principaux dossiers


Mills & Reeve LLP

Mills & Reeve LLP is highly adept in providing asset and portfolio transactional and management support to its varied clientele. Laura Holdaway leads the practice and is an adept advisor in finance matters. Carina Davis is a specialist in mixed-use sites. Orla O’Sullivan is noted for her work on forward fundings and pre-lets. Sarah Cooke, Tom Nash and Victoria Davies made partner in June 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Laura Holdaway


Autres avocats clés:

Vincenzo Maggio; Orla O’Sullivan; Michael Giess; Carina Davis; Andy King; Joanna Davies


Les références

‘Partner led advice with real commerciality, helping deliver results in sensible time frames.’

‘Friendly but straight, well-rounded advice.’

‘Very capable and proactive team. They are good at mapping out how a transaction will proceed so we were well briefed and avoided surprises.’

Principaux clients

M7 Real Estate


FProp Senior Debt Fund


Railpen


Orchard Street Investment Management LLP


Schroders


South Kensington Estates


Bruntwood Science Limited


HSBC Alternative Investments Ltd


Urban&Civic plc


AgFe


Trinity College, Cambridge


LaSalle Investment Management


Legendre Group Limited


London & Regional Properties


Langtree Property Partners Limited


Fidelity UK Real Estate Fund


Bericote Properties Limited


Pandox AB


Hines UK


Royal Mail Pension Plan


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for HSBC Alternative Investments on the sale of the shares in the 6 Luxembourg incorporated SPV’s which collectively owned the various parts of Brindleyplace.
  • Acted on behalf of Orchard Street Investment Management on the first deal made on behalf of its flagship Impact Fund.
  • Advised Multi Industrial Stag 1 Limited as borrower in connection with a credit facility from Investec Bank plc to refinance the acquisition of a portfolio of properties in the West Midlands.

Osborne Clarke LLP

Osborne Clarke LLP advises on site acquisitions in a range of asset classes, including residential and logistics, with further strength in portfolio management. Louise Cartwright manages the team, and focuses on the logistics and retail sectors. Richard Wilkinson assists joint ventures, whilst Emma McPeake, who made partner in May 2023, specialises in private equity investments.

Responsables de la pratique:

Louise Cartwright


Autres avocats clés:

Richard Wilkinson; Emma McPeake; Peter Day


Les références

‘Osborne Clarke are a best in class firm of solicitors who go the extra mile for their client. The depth and quality of the team at Osborne Clarke ensures they are a seamless extension to their clients teams!’

‘Alice Conway works hard to pull the team together and deliver. She is commercial, personable and reliable.’

‘They pride themselves on their responsiveness and commerciality, which is invaluable.’

 

Principaux clients

Global Logistics Properties


British Land


Canary Wharf Group Plc


M&G


ICG


Patrizia


Centerbridge


Panattoni


Mirastar


KKR


Redevco


Nuveen


Marchmont


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Citibank on the financing and CMBS deal for a portfolio of 37 light industrial and distribution properties within Blackstone’s last mile logistics portfolio.
  • Advising on the acquisition for new client ICG of the Pentium Portfolio consisting of five high-quality logistics assets in prime locations around England,
  • Appointed to Canary Wharf Group’s legal panel in respect of their retail and leisure portfolio of over 300 retail and leisure units.

Sidley Austin LLP

With significant experience in cross-border transactions, Sidley Austin LLP is well-versed in direct and indirect investments and joint venture support. Emilie Stewart and Jack Mayall are further names of noted within the team.

Autres avocats clés:

Emilie Stewart, Jack Mayall


Principaux clients

Macquarie Asset Management


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Macquarie Asset Management on its investment in £400 million in notes related to a portfolio of commercial ground leases.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is frequently instructed by major investment firms on their multi-jurisdictional transactions and joint ventures. Wheatly MacNamara heads the team, and concentrates on acquisitions, dispositions and joint ventures. Samuel Charlton is noted for supporting international fund sponsors on their real estate matters. Angus Lennox joined the practice in November 2023 from an in-house position.

Responsables de la pratique:

Wheatly MacNamara


Autres avocats clés:

Samuel Charlton; Angus Lennox


Principaux clients

The Blackstone Group


KKR


Optimum Asset Management


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Blackstone affiliated funds led by Infrastructure, Real Estate and Tactical Opportunities in its entry into a joint venture with Digital Realty to develop four hyperscale data centre campuses across three metro areas on two continents.
  • Represented Blackstone Real Estate in its agreement to acquire a portfolio of logistics properties from the shareholders of AKF Logistik A/S.
  • Represented Blackstone Real Estate in its agreement to acquire a portfolio of logistics properties from affiliates of Corem Property Group AB.

Slaughter and May

Slaughter and May advises clients on direct and indirect investments across asset classes, including offices, retail, and industrial. The firm is especially experienced in assisting clients with leasehold investment transactions and financings. Jane Edwarde leads the team, advising on retail and office transactions. John Nevin is another key name, and is well-versed in pre-lettings. Mark Gulliford assists clients with financing structures and joint ventures. Simon Bartle is also of note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jane Edwarde


Autres avocats clés:

John Nevin; Simon Bartle; Mark Gulliford


Les références

‘Knowledgeable and very experienced in the sector. Able to bring in expertise from across the firm if required.’

‘John Nevin and Simon Bartle are approachable and have a complete understanding about the organisation, ethos and mission of their clients.’

‘Analytical capability and interpersonal skills make them exceptional in reaching strong outcomes for clients.’

Principaux clients

The Clothworkers’ Company


Derwent London


The Fishmongers’ Company


Legal & General


Masterworks


Midlothian Capital Partners


NTT Urban Development Corporation


Song Capital Partners


Principaux dossiers


Stephenson Harwood

Stephenson Harwood is regularly active on behalf of international asset managers, high net worth individuals, and REITs. Simon Brading, an expert on data centre matters, oversees the practice. Catriona Berman is well-versed in hotels and office asset transactions, whilst David Sinclair supports clients active in the logistics and manufacturing sectors. Stephen Laud advises on portfolio disposals. In May 2023, Alexander Chadwick was made partner.

Responsables de la pratique:

Simon Brading


Autres avocats clés:

Catriona Berman; Stephen Laud; Alexander Chadwick; David Sinclair


Les références

‘Great client service led by Simon Brading.’

‘Simon Brading has a very commercial and collegiate can-do transactional approach.’

‘Alex Chadwick is a hugely dedicated individual; he is second to none.’

Principaux clients

Schroder Real Estate


LXi REIT


AXA REIM


Mayfair Capital


The Langham Estate


Immobel


Rynda Healthcare


Reef Estates Limited


Tristan Capital


Magnetar Capital


Rolls-Royce Motor Cars


Macquarie Asset Management


Beaumont Hotel


Aver Property


BentallGreenOak


WELPUT


Peterson Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Schroders Capital UK Real Estate Fund on the forward funding and investment portfolio of a ten-storey office development known as Two Ruskin Square.
  • Advised LXi REIT Plc on the £773m refinancing of its portfolio of pan-European assets via three facilities funded by Canada Life, HSBC and a club of institutional lenders including Lloyds and Barclays bank.
  • Advised Mount Eden Land on the £346 million sale of 27 properties in London’s West-End.

Collyer Bristow LLP

Led by Michael Grace, Collyer Bristow LLP’s ‘commercially astute, highly efficient’ real estate team excels in mixed-use and residential development work. Alex O’Connor boasts a varied client base, ranging from property funds and investors, housing associations and developers to banks, accountants and administrators of distressed properties. With a balanced borrower and lender practice, Rory Macpherson is regularly called upon to handle secured lending transactions. Stephen Gawne is another name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Michael Grace


Autres avocats clés:

Alex O’Connor; Rory Macpherson; Stephen Gawne; Jane Lindop


Les références

‘The CB team are commercially astute, highly efficient and never need chasing. Invoicing is very transparent and good value.’

‘Real estate partner, Stephen Gawne, is always a step ahead and knows exactly to what extent he can make decisions without bothering the client. He is commercially savvy, and I have complete confidence in those decisions.’

Principaux clients

Aldersgate Investments Ltd / Motcomb Estates Ltd (Reuben brothers)


Bewley Homes plc


Chase New Homes Ltd


Crest Nicholson plc


The Deltic Group


GMS Estates Limited


Ipsus Developments Ltd


Lochailort Investments Ltd


Sutton Harbour Holdings plc


EcoWorld London


Heatherwick Studio


Etro Fashion


Workman LLP


EDHEC Business School


Topham Guerin Limited


Suffolk Life Annuities


Plus500UK Ltd


Fountain Court Chambers


Falck UK/Community Ambulance Services


Swallow Property Investments Limited


Westgreen Construction Ltd


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Ipsus Development wider group on a joint venture with a pension fund in connection with the acquisition, funding and development of a site in Caversham for residential and mixed-use redevelopment.
  • Acting for Aberfeldy New Village LLP in connection with continuing site assembly, funding, development and sales of phase three onwards at Aberfeldy New Village in East London.
  • Acting for GMS Estates Limited on all investment transactions for the company including the sale of a portfolio of three industrial sites in the South East to JR Capital and Chancerygate for £14 million.

Cripps

As a ‘full-service real estate firm’, Cripps advises property investment companies, real estate lenders, and retail park and warehouse owners, among other clients. Stephen Hedley, head of the firm’s broader real estate division, co-leads the department alongside Oliver Morris, who advises an impressive roster of clients, including landed estates, property companies, private high net worth investors and offshore investors. John McGeough‘s clients include educational foundations and charities and Alex Gallyer, promoted to partner in May 2024, boasts particular experience advising landed estates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Stephen Hedley; Oliver Morris


Autres avocats clés:

Sandeep Bains; Iain Benson


Les références

‘Punches above its weight for a non-core London firm. Full-service real estate firm.’

‘Oliver Morris is a very approachable and experienced adviser.’

‘Having worked with many commercial firms over the years, Cripps stands out as exemplary. All staff are client focused and endeavour to deliver over and above one’s expectations. I couldn’t ask for better firm!’

Principaux clients

Cadogan Estate


Sloane Stanley Estate


Mott MacDonald Limited


Kadans Science Partner


Endurance Land


Kennedy Wilson


Sloane Stanley Properties


Jimmy Fairly


Harrow School


Federated Hermes


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Mott Macdonald on the surrender of an existing lease and grant of two new leases, while dealing with proposed refurbishment works and complications resulting from a pre-emption agreement that also affected part of the building.
  • Advising Kadans Science Partner, life sciences real estate developer and largest owner on the development of 3 new campuses known as “the knowledge quarter” in King’s Cross.
  • Advising Kennedy Wilson on the sale of a multi-let property in Croydon, comprising a large hotel, offices and retail space let to globally-recognised brands.

DAC Beachcroft LLP

With experience on mixed-use projects, DAC Beachcroft LLP advises on lettings, acquisitions, and disposals of a wide range of traditional and alternative assets. Alison Key leads the team, which includes residential specialists Robert Lee and Charlotte Wilson. Andrew Boulton acts on retail leisure and care sector investments. Glenn Ruddy is well-versed on real estate financing transactions. Steven Pitchford joined from Macfarlanes LLP in September 2023.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alison Key


Autres avocats clés:

Robert Lee; Charlotte Wilson; Andrew Boulton; Glenn Ruddy; Steven Pitchford


Principaux clients

Royal London


Landsec


Lend Lease


Quintain


Unibail Rodamco Westfield


Crest Nicholson Operations Limited


Vistry Partnerships


Taylor Wimpey


Bellway


Barratt


Countryside Properties


Wates


Persimmon


Redrow


Cala


Hill Group


Ilke


Stonebond Properties


Fairview


Clarion Housing Association


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted on the acquisition of freehold premises on Bond Street, a prime London retail destination.
  • Acted for Quintain on their sale of two build-to-rent developments at Wembley Park to KKR.
  • Acted for West End (London) Property Ltd in connection with the acquisition of Haymarket House.

Fieldfisher

Fieldfisher‘s real estate team has a particular focus on alternative asset classes, and caters to a diverse client base which spans the industrial, healthcare, and student accommodation sectors. ‘Extremely proactive, personable, and commercial’ Paul Houston heads the firm’s hotel and leisure sector team, as well as the real estate transactional group. Jayne Elkins handles investment sales and purchases and indirect investment structures, while Rhodri Pazzi-Axworthy advises investors and developers on acquisitions, developments, and disposals. Gary Pickard advises public and private clients, with particular expertise in the telecoms sector.

Responsables de la pratique:

Antony Philips; Paul Houston


Autres avocats clés:

Jayne Elkins; Rhodri Pazzi-Axworthy; Gary Pickard; Laura Mackenzie; Gary Pickard


Les références

‘Paul Houston is extremely proactive, personable, and commercial. He is a “go-getter” and always wants to do the best job for his client.’

Principaux clients

Administrators of Royale Park entities


Alpha UK PUT 2


DWS


Huris (Grange Park) Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Instructed by Alpha UK PUT 2 (part of the Kennedy Wilson Europe group) on a £40m refinancing with Citibank of a portfolio of properties in England and Ireland.
  • Instructed by DWS in respect of a disposal of Marriotts Walk Shopping Centre in Witney.
  • Instructed by DWS in respect of the disposal of an investment property.

Hamlins LLP

Working in tandem with construction and financing specialists, Hamlins LLP offers a full-service real estate offering. The team advises on structuring and lending matters, and boasts particular expertise in the retail and leisure sectors. Mark Hurst leads the team, handling acquisitions, sales, and refinancings of large portfolios. Joseph Holder boasts an established residential investment practice, while John Leasure advises an impressive list of commercial property investors and developers.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mark Hurst


Autres avocats clés:

Joseph Holder; John Leasure; Ben Kilshaw; Victoria Camfield; Hana Ghale


Les références

‘Intelligent. Reliable.’

Principaux clients

Burhill Group


The Light


William Pears Group


Structadene Group


Powerleague


Palace Capital PLC


National Car Parks Limited (NCP)


Leon Restaurants


Pizza Pilgrims Limited


Rosa’s Thai


Lightstone Properties


Pizza Union


Watson’s Property


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for Palace Capital on an industrial 312k sq ft portfolio sale valued at £34m, comprising six industrial sites across the UK.
  • Acting for the William Pears Group on the purchase of industrial sites at a number of UK locations, with a combined value of £49m.
  • Acted for Palace Capital on the corporate sale of the 70,000ft prestigious 5-storey mixed-use building, One Derby Square, in Liverpool.

Memery Crystal

Boasting expertise across the commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors, Memery Crystal handles the gamut of real estate matters, including sales, acquisitions, developments, and financings. As group head of real estate, John Aynsley handles transactions and developments involving high-value assets. Nicola Kravitz leads the real estate private client and private property teams. Sam Silverman, who acts for both domestic and international clients, was raised to the partnership in early 2024. Industrial property expert Nickhil Mandora made legal director in January 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

John Aynsley; Nicola Kravitz


Autres avocats clés:

Tristan Wark; Fayruz Cahill; Helen Abel; Emily Farrow; Louisa Hartley


Principaux clients

Countryside Properties (UK) Limited – now part of Vistry


Canary Wharf Group


Telford Homes


BrewDog


Carolina Herrera (Sociedad Textil Lonia Limited)


Arc’teryx


Round World Group


Unity Real Estate


Medivet Investments Limited & Medivet Property Holdings Limited


Southwark Homes Limited


Charterhouse Property Group Holdings Ltd


Stonehage Fleming Financial Services Limited


ChangeGroup


Rontec Roadside Retail


Montreaux Group/Montreaux Homes


H Company 3 Limited


Cora Homes


Principaux dossiers


Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Specialising in commercial ground rents and long income assistance, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP supports clients across a range of industry sectors, including hotels, housing and industrials. James Nadin spearheads the team, acting on single asset and portfolio transactions. James McNeilly focuses on long income real estate. Ben Law supports family offices and ultra-high net worth individuals. In July 2023, Andrew Mellor and James Gooch joined from Shakespeare Martineau LLP.

Responsables de la pratique:

James Nadin


Autres avocats clés:

James McNeilly; Alison Lewis; Greg Phillips; Simon Allan; Ben Law; Andrew Mellor; James Gooch


Principaux clients

Bewley Homes Plc


New Forest District Council


LabTech


Donnington Land & Property Limited


Mersey 1 Limited


Great Western Developments Ltd


Castlethorpe Homes


Principaux dossiers


  • Appointed by Great Western Developments Ltd in relation to the Paddington Square development.

Shoosmiths LLP

Shoosmiths LLP is adept at site transactions across the gamut of asset classes, including data centres, logistics, self-storage and co-living assets. Joseph Mazzucca became head of practice in May 2024 and is accustomed to assisting US clients on the UK aspects of their real estate work. Liam Phillips is an expert on data centres. Isaac Bordon joined the team in November 2023 from DLA Piper.

Responsables de la pratique:

Joseph Mazzucca


Autres avocats clés:

Liam Phillips; Isaac Bordon


Principaux clients

McArthurGlen Group


Frasers Property


Berkeley Homes


Currys PLC


Holland & Barrett


Global Switch Limited


Proximity Data Centres Limited


Telereal Trillium Limited


Ralph Lauren UK Limited


Petchey Holdings Limited


Artmax Property Limited


Invesco Real Estate


Sosei Heptares


Heptares Therapeutics Limited


Bluecastle Capital


Attic Self Storage


Iron Mountain Data Centres


O&H Properties


Union Investment GmbH


BPP Holdings Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Shearer Property Regen Limited on all aspects of the major Coventry City Centre South regeneration scheme consisting of new commercial space and 1,500 homes.
  • Acting for Frank Capital on the freehold acquisition of Ornan Court, Belsize Park, London for refurbishment into co-living space.
  • Acting for Attic Self Storage on the freehold acquisition of a strategic self-storage site at Interchange West, Sunbury-on-Thames, adding to our client’s growing property portfolio.

Travers Smith LLP

The ‘pragmatic, responsive and knowledgeable’ team at Travers Smith LLP advises clients on a broad range of asset transactions, with experience in the healthcare, senior living, logistics and mixed-use sectors. The team is led by Emma Pereira, who focuses on real estate fund support. Alex Millar specialises in development and regeneration projects. In May 2023, Simon Rutman retired.

Responsables de la pratique:

Emma Pereira


Autres avocats clés:

Alex Millar, Emma Sykes, Gareth Wynne


Les références

‘Pragmatic, responsive and knowledgeable. I have not yet managed to ask a question they cannot answer.’

‘Very wide ranging commercial experience, able to deploy it in pragmatic ways.’

Principaux clients

Patron Capital


Lothbury Investment Management


Impact Healthcare REIT plc


Westrock


BOC Group Limited


Clearbell Capital


Greenacre


Greystar


Pinebridge Benson Elliot


MARK


Principaux dossiers