Muckle LLP continues to cement its reputation as a key player in the North East and Cumbria commercial property markets, advising a broad mix of regional and national clients. The firm is particularly noted for its work on development, investment, and occupier-related matters. Head of real estate Gail Bennett has notable transactional expertise, and Jonathan Combe is a go-to adviser on complex development schemes, coordinating across legal disciplines. Will McKay is well regarded for his role in high-density and forward-funded developments, particularly in the PBSA and PRS sectors. Libbie Henderson brings niche expertise in land-based energy and minerals projects, while Deborah Lazenby handles portfolio management issues and lending transactions.

Sintons LLP’s real estate team is known for its broad sector expertise, including a strong public sector presence, alongside real estate finance and development capabilities, and a niche focus on faith-based work for commercial clients. The firm regularly advises on major acquisitions, such as shopping centres, and acts for high-profile commercial clients. Mark Dobbin leads the team, supported by Alok Loomba, Laura Peace, Catherine Davies and Chris Jackson, who bring specialist knowledge across a range of sectors and matters under the commercial property umbrella.

Ward Hadaway LLP’s real estate and housing team delivers a full-service property offering, working collaboratively across the space including handling housebuilding, commercial development, investment, finance, and public sector mandates. Co-headed by Robin Atkin and Lesley Fairclough, the team combines breadth with depth. Alex Cox is noted for his expertise in mining and quarry-related matters alongside broader development work. Sophie Bohill advises on complex site acquisitions for residential developers, while Saji Bratch leads on public sector transactions. Lauren Frisby and Nick Gholkar both advise on high-value development deals, with Gholkar focusing on large portfolio management issues.

DAC Beachcroft LLP’s real estate team provides tailored advice to both regional and national clients, drawing on deep sector knowledge and operating seamlessly within the firm’s national network. The team has notable strength in healthcare, residential, and education-related real estate work, alongside advising local authorities and large commercial clients. Nicola Fairbairn leads the team with expertise in complex development projects in both the public and private sectors. George Parker Fuller specialises in large-scale residential and regeneration schemes, while Victoria Armstrong leads on healthcare property matters.

Mincoffs Solicitors LLP advises a loyal client base of North East SMEs, particularly business owners and their families, with notable strength in residential development and investment work. The team continues to expand, acting for clients with large, diverse property portfolios. Ryan Bannon leads the team, supported by Malcolm Wood, Claire Catterson, Leanne Kettlewell, Keith Ravenhill and Jennifer Wade, who collectively offer expertise across development, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and banking transactions for both public and private sector clients.

Hay & Kilner’s commercial property team advises a diverse client base, particularly owner-managed businesses, on acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, and secured lending. The group is especially active in the healthcare, education, retail, and industrial sectors, often working closely with the corporate team on business transactions. Nicola Tiffen leads the team, with John Morgan and Jonathan Bone adding notable strength in finance, development, and North East industrial property work.

Hill Dickinson LLP’s health real estate team delivers specialist commercial real estate advice tailored to clients across the health, life sciences and education sectors, with a strong presence in both the North and London. The team acts for NHS trusts, integrated care boards, GPs and private healthcare providers, and is also developing its education practice, advising academies as part of the firm’s national offering. Andrea Proudlock leads the team in Newcastle, and Catherine Burns drives the education work, while Alanna McCabe handles complex transactions for major healthcare bodies in the northeast.

Weightmans is recognised for its strength in landlord and tenant work, real estate finance, and energy sector matters, with a strong client base that includes major financial lending institutions. The well-rounded team includes Daniel Baker, noted for his work on acquisitions and finance; Lauren Coleman, active in development and energy; and Nicole Tanfield, who handles leasing and lender support.