B P Collins LLP houses a ‘responsive, attentive and experienced’ team of commercial property experts that boasts an impressive client roster, including companies in the environmental, investment, creative, retail, leisure, development, and mining industries. The Gerrards Cross-based team is headed by Alison Taylor, who handles a prolific portfolio of acquisitions, transactions, and development work. Maria Mowberry brings expertise in high-value transactions, particularly under time sensitive deadlines, in freehold and leasehold acquisitions, development matters, and commercial lease transactions. The team was strengthened in October 2024 by the arrival of Nisha Shukla, a real estate expert who acts for financial institutions and property investors.
Commercial property: Beds, Bucks, Herts, Middx in South East
B P Collins LLP
Praxisleiter:
Alison Taylor
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Maria Mowberry; Nisha Shukla
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‘The work is never delegated to someone more junior, as all staff seem to be experienced and mature.’
‘All staff have been responsive, attentive and experienced.’
‘Maria Mowberry leads a good commercial property team.‘
Kernmandanten
Biffa Waste Services Limited
Summerleaze Limited
Stage50
Asset Arts Ltd
The Air Group Limited
Rico Logistics Limited
Bijou Living Limited
Stable Ventures Limited
Clinimed Holdings Limited
Welland Medical Limited
Careflex Limited
Bionic Services Limited
Welford Investments Limited
Debenhams Ottaway
The ‘prompt, professional and communicative’ commercial property team at Debenhams Ottaway is particularly well-versed in supporting both local and national clients within the charity, council, investment, and corporate industries with property development, investment property, lending, and landlord and tenant work. The team is jointly chaired by Radlett based-Ruth Boulton, a seasoned specialist in transactional work, including high-value disposals and purchases and residential matters, and Neil Mercer in St Albans, who is lauded for advising on the occupation, development, and buying and selling of commercial property.
Praxisleiter:
Ruth Boulton; Neil Mercer
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lorna Wilkinson
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‘Neil Mercer, Lorna Wilkinson and the team are outstanding.‘
‚Transparent and easy to deal with. Basically, do what that say in the time scales agreed. It is easy to see why they are the leaders in their sector.’
‘Responsive and proactive to a client’s needs. Three-dimensional way of viewing deals.‘
Kernmandanten
Harp Group Limited
London & County
Amorino
Steenvlinder
Rapid Renewables Limited
Knoops
McGowan Group
Morphuse Group
Europa PLC
The St Albans Diocesan Board of Finance
Marketreach
InspireAll Leisure
HF Holidays
Gosport Property Limited
Meteor Communications Limited
Newport Pagnell Developments Limited
Stratton Land
LK & A Enterprises Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted for a private building company, Morphuse Group Limited, in the financing of a large development site in south London.
- Advised large property investor, LK & A Enterprises Limited, on the refinancing of a large property portfolio of over 20 mixed use properties, spread throughout London and Hertfordshire.
- Advised Newport Pagnell Developments Limited on the intricate purchase and sub-sale of a property located in Buckinghamshire.
Dentons
Leveraging its extensive national and global reach, the real estate team at Dentons maintains a reputation for its work in the commercial property field, supporting multi-national clients active in the retail, development, house-building, infrastructure, regeneration, portfolios, real estate finance, and investment industries. Robert Wyatt heads the team, leveraging extensive experience in the field to support both public and private sector clients with property investment and lending. Recognised as a premier choice for clients in the retail, rail, and public sector is Daniel Lowen; his recent workload includes development acquisitions, sale and leaseback programmes, and financing work.
Praxisleiter:
Robert Wyatt
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Daniel Lowen; Aimee Tusting
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‘The real estate team at Dentons is an exceptionally friendly and highly professional team. They are experts in their fields, are efficient and value client satisfaction.’
‘I have worked with Robert Wyatt for over 10 years and he is a very talented lawyer. His team regularly praise him as a supportive supervisor. His expertise is second to none. He values us as clients and regularly goes above and beyond to serve us.‘
‚Aimee Tusting has been instrumental in many transactions over the last few years, and especially during the last 2 years. We cannot praise them enough.’
Kernmandanten
John Lewis Partnership
DS Smith Packaging
Taylor Wimpey
Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Limited
Department for Work and Pensions
Avis
Group 1 Automotive
HSBC UK Bank Plc
Mulberry Homes
National Westminster Bank Plc
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Group 1 Automotive on the real estate aspects its £346m acquisition of Inchcape’s UK dealerships.
- Advised a client on the property aspects of financing to a UK Borrower to be secured, amongst other aspects, by a legal mortgage over academic property in London.
- Advised Waitrose on all aspects of its first new store for 6 years, and the first step in its focus on growing its convenience store portfolio.
Freeths LLP
Fielding a reputation as an authority in the social housing sector is Freeths LLP's real estate team, which regularly handles a wide range of house building and development matters for an expansive client roster that covers retail, hospitality, and leisure-based clients. Praised as ‘approachable, professional and commercially astute’ is head of the practice Lucy Bradban, a thoroughly experienced real estate lawyer recognised for her complex transactional work, secured lending projects, and corporate banking transactions. Shashi Chambers handles a prolific flow of complex, high-value transactions, development works and secured finance matters, with noted specialisms in supporting global logistics and transport clients with their projects. Adept in handling the full lifecycle of development land transactions, from acquisition and site assembly to disposal, is Darren Debock.
Praxisleiter:
Lucy Bradban
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shashi Chambers; Darren Debock; Lucy Richardson
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‘Freeths are an extremely professional and efficient firm who offer unparalleled legal knowledge and advice to its clients.‘
‚Whilst a large firm they place great importance on being a part of the local community and are great supporters of charities and local initiatives.’
‘Lucy Bradban is an exceptional property lawyer, very approachable, professional and commercially astute. She leads a great team with an all round attention to detail and a commercial, pragmatic approach.‘
Kernmandanten
Vistry Group PLC
Abbey Developments Limited
FedEx Group of Companies
London Luton Airport
Allica Bank Limited
Olympian Homes
APCOA Parking (UK) Ltd
Milton Keynes Council
Milton Keynes Parks Trust
Advanced Software
Bristol Airport
Dawsongroup
Wells & Co
Milton Keynes Development Partnership LLP
Monument Bank Limited
Basildon Borough Council
Karali Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Basildon Borough Council on a multi-million pound acquisition for the provision of registered housing with a value in excess of £50m.
- Representing Karali Group in connection with its purchase of 46 Taco Bell branches with significant national presence and job security assured for hundreds of people.
- Advising Vistry on the strategic acquisition of a 500+ plot site in Essex with a GDV in excess of £100m.
Shoosmiths LLP
Shoosmiths LLP houses a team that is well-regarded for its specialism in the living sector, with an offering that encompasses support with house building, strategic land, mobile home parks, retirement and care-related matters. Highly recommended for her ‘consummate professionalism’ is practice head Lisa Williams, who specialises in complex land and property transactions, with a focus on mobile home park developments, strategic land sales, and negotiating development agreements, such as options and planning promotions. Brian West brings substantial experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects, handling matters ranging from strategic land deals to site acquisitions. Sarah Evans is noted for her strong capabilities in a broad range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, corporate real estate support, and securing lending against commercial assets.
Praxisleiter:
Lisa Williams
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Brian West; Sarah Evans; Soma Fattah; Chris George
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‘Soma Fattah was professional, knowledgeable, easy to reach, approachable, available and patient. We have had the best experience dealing with her and will certainly return, should we ever require her services. We will also recommend her as a trustworthy and knowledgeable advisor.‘
‘The work ethic was astonishing – Lisa Williams and her team worked night and day to deliver what I needed to a very demanding timescale. They were utterly committed to the project, the quality and delivery of their work was beyond anything I could ever have imagined I would get.’
‘The commitment of Lisa Williams and her team was astonishing. I have never met anybody who worked as hard as Lisa and her team. They were phenomenal. She worked ceaselessly to complete our purchase, all while being patient enough to take time to explain anything I didn’t understand. She always made me feel like my case was her first priority.‘
Kernmandanten
Taylor Wimpey UK Limited
Vistry Group Plc
Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Limited
Mercedes-Benz Retail Group Limited
Tingdene (MJ) Limited
Randstad UK Holding Ltd
Full Support Healthcare Group
Nickolls Properties Limited
Tilia Homes
Bellway
McCarthy Stone
Frontier Estates Limited
Scania (Great Britain) Limited
Storey Homes
Yusen Logistics (UK) Limited
Unknown Worlds Limited
Harrowden Farms Limited
Taylor Wimpey UK Limited
Vistry Group Plc
Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Limited
Mercedes-Benz Retail Group Limited
Tingdene (MJ) Limited
Randstad UK Holding Ltd
Full Support Healthcare Group
Nickolls Properties Limited
Tilia Homes
Bellway
McCarthy Stone
Frontier Estates Limited
Scania (Great Britain) Limited
Storey Homes
Yusen Logistics (UK) Limited
Unknown Worlds Limited
Harrowden Farms Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Lagan Homes Limited in various acquisitions, with planning and construction advice together with plot sales.
- Representing Nickolls Properties Limited in the strategic land development of an old quarry site in West Hythe, Kent.
- Acting for Vistry in numerous complex strategic sites, including a number of hybrid option/promotion agreements which will provide thousands of units for Vistry in years to come.
Howes Percival LLP
Housing a ‘proactive and responsive’ commercial property team, Howes Percival LLP specialises in the auto-retail sector, advising clients on acquisitions, transactions, disposals, and leases. Marcus Carter oversees the department in Milton Keynes, offering deep expertise across a range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, lease negotiations, and investment transactions for landlords and tenants. Charlotte Harrison is well-versed in advising on residential development projects, from site acquisition through to disposal and property management matters, including lease renewals and tenant consents. She also boasts particular expertise in social housing transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Marcus Carter
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Charlotte Harrison
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‘Howes Percival’s knowledge of the business ensures no issues fall between internal gaps.’
‘Marcus Carter is our main contact, and he has looked to build a strong relationship with key individuals within the business. His knowledge has been excellent over the years, and he is able to comment beyond his immediate remit if required.’
‘I have worked with a lot of law firms over nearly 20 years operating in UK commercial real estate. The property team at HP are a breath of fresh air; they are incredibly proactive and responsive.
Kernmandanten
Steven Eagell Limited
Steven Eagell Properties Limited
Formula One Autocentres Limited
Pattishall Properties Limited
Crescent Real Estate Limited
Medigold Health Consultancy Limited
Nene Group Plc
Hampton Brook Limited
Stanton Investments Limited
Group 1 Automotive Limited
Hodgson Automotive Limited
Chandlers Garage Holdings Limited
Beadles Dartford Limited
Spire Automotive Limited
Engineered Reinforcing Steel Industries Limited
Haryl (1991) Limited
Office Space In Town Limited
Glyn Hopkin Limited
British Car Auctions Limited
E.C.M. (Vehicle Delivery Service) Limited
Clifton Trade Bathrooms Limited
XPS Pensions Consulting Limited
BFS Group Limited
Yarde Farm Limited
Bidfresh Limited
Schwing Stetter (UK) Ltd
B3 Living Developments Limited
Burgh Island Limited
New Broad Street Limited
Engineered Reinforcing Steel Industries
The Tyre Store Limited
Weatherheads Television Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Group 1 Automotive on the acquisition of 4 Mercedes Benz dealerships, which will add up £83m to the client’s turnover.
- Acting for Schwing Stetter UK Limited in the strategically significant relocation of its head offices from London to Marlow.
- Advising XPS Pensions Consulting Limited on the relocation of their Manchester office to the new development at 100 Embankment.
SA Law LLP
SA Law LLP‘s real estate group advises both local clients and ones extending beyond the Thames Valley reach on the entire gamut of complex and high-value commercial property matters, spanning development, leasehold enfranchisement, lease extensions, property financing, and sustainability work. Gary Dunger, a notable advisor in leasehold enfranchisement, overage structuring, and property transactions involving insolvency or receivership, heads the team alongside Catherine Banks, who took over as practice head after Steve Kenneford's retirement. Adept at assisting with large transactions for developers, Jacqueline Button handles all stages of a project, from strategic land acquisition and planning negotiations to site disposals, with standout expertise in promotion agreements, development structuring, and sustainability-driven legal solutions.
Praxisleiter:
Gary Dunger; Catherine Banks
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jacqueline Button
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‘The team are engaged and joined up. Their communication is what sets them apart; rather than dealing with the individual exclusively, the wider team are able to pick up and understand the scenario, adding fluidity to the work and maintaining momentum, which is important in real estate transactions.’
‘They work as a team, meaning the servicing of clients becomes an easier challenge and answers to questions can be quickly concluded.’
Kernmandanten
Swarco Smart Charging Ltd
Personnel Hygiene Services Ltd
HSBC UK Bank plc
Eurochange Ltd
St Albans District Council
Spreadex Ltd
Ashworth Homes Ltd
OYO Developments Ltd
Watford FC
Storey Homes Ltd
Taylor Walton LLP
Taylor Walton LLP has a comprehensive commercial property offering, fielding particular capabilities in leasehold extension and enfranchisement work. Its client roster includes FTSE2050 and FTSE350 companies, property developers, public and private sector organisations, local authorities, and charities. Regarded as ‘knowledgeable and professional’, Luton-based head James Cottrell brings considerable expertise in development, site acquisitions, financing, property investment, and managing complex agreements, including option, promotion, and overage agreements. Dermot Carey leverages decades of experience in the field to advise on all aspects of commercial property law, while James Khakpour-Smith is a key port of call for landlord and tenant clients in property investment matters, ranging from financing to acquisitions, management, and sales.
Praxisleiter:
James Cottrell
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dermot Carey; James Khakpour-Smith; Julma Begum
Referenzen
‘I have found every member of the Taylor Walton team exceptional to deal with. All communication has been productive and explained in layman’s terms where required. As a whole, the team are always ready and able to help.’
‘All the juniors or associates I have had the pleasure to meet and work with have done excellent work.’
‘TW provide a personal service, and they are always responsive and contactable by phone or email.‘
Tees Law
Fielding a team in Bishop’s Stortford and Royston, the Tees Law commercial property team maintains a strong regional presence, extending from local landowning clients and larger local developers to international companies. The team regularly handles disposals, acquisitions, financing, infrastructure agreements, portfolio work, and enfranchisement, with a noted specialism in renewable energy developments projects. Kay Piper and Victoria Sandberg jointly head the team, boasting a comprehensive offering in complex commercial property matters.
Praxisleiter:
Kay Piper; Victoria Sandberg
Referenzen
‘The team are the “new age” of legal services, with smart offices, excellent use of technology to speed up the legal process, and most of all superb customer service, always prompt to reply or deal with any issues.’
‘Kay Piper was excellent, always went through any issues that I had thoroughly, I never felt rushed if I asked questions, there was also a tight deadline which she went above and beyond to meet.‘
‘The team at Tees Law are always available and able to support our business needs.’
Kernmandanten
Ziegler UK Limited
Hagsdell Properties Limited
ATL Prop Limited
Sureed Limited
Nord Homes Limited
A.E. & W.A. Farr Limited
VWV
VWV‘s real estate team leverages its multifaceted capabilities in property development, investment, and financing matters to work alongside landowners and developers, as well as universities, charities, schools, government bodies, and house builders, in complex commercial property disputes. Leading the firm’s Watford office is David Power, who brings deep experience across a range of property matters including commercial land, mixed-use developments, joint venture agreements, high-value acquisitions, disposals, financing, and lettings. Adept in financing matters is Joe Kwok; his workload focuses on advising lenders and borrowers on property lending and investment work. Elsewhere in the group is Laura Seaman who handles the litigation side of the practice.
Praxisleiter:
David Power
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Joe Kwok; Laura Seaman
Kernmandanten
Oakman Inns & Restaurants Limited
ASCO Foods Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Oakman Inns & Restaurants Limited in a £15.5m sale of three pubs to a restaurant/operator.
- Advised ASCO Foods Limited on a 15-year lease of a 51,399 square foot warehouse, which formed part of on a newly built estate.
Blaser Mills Law
Praised for their ‘approachability, professionalism, and responsiveness’, the real estate and development team at Blaser Mills Law are regularly called upon by individuals, developers, companies, financing institutions and charities for a range of commercial property matters. High Wycombe-based Louise Benning heads the team, leveraging her extensive experience in real estate and residential development to assist with agreements, site acquisitions, investments, and financing.
Praxisleiter:
Louise Benning
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jacqueline Craig; Sarah Harley
Referenzen
‘Blaser Mills Solicitors stand out for their exceptional approachability, professionalism, and responsiveness. In an industry where timely and clear communication is critical, the team consistently delivers, ensuring that clients feel informed and supported at every stage.‘
‚What sets them apart is their ability to balance legal expertise with a client-focused approach. Their responsiveness is particularly noteworthy and queries are addressed promptly and efficiently, which is not always easy to find in the legal sector. This reliability makes them an invaluable partner, particularly in complex or time-sensitive matters.‘
‚For potential clients seeking a legal team that prioritizes efficiency, clarity, and a proactive approach, Blaser Mills proves to be a standout choice.’
Longmores Solicitors LLP
Credited for ‘top-quality people and expertise in a regional firm’, Longmores Solicitors LLP‘s real estate team is dedicated to commercial matters and is made up of individual specialists who are equipped to instruct a range of clients, including owner managed businesses, landlords, tenants, management companies, farmers, schools, and charities. Co-head Rachael Spalton is lauded for her work in promotion agreements, option agreements, and renewables, the latter of which has also been a recent focus of the firm. Co-head John Wagstaffe handles complex management matters, mandates for commercial landlords and tenants, and covenant and easement disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Rachael Spalton; John Wagstaffe
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hayley Grantham
Referenzen
‘Longmores have been my solicitors for almost 20 years, and few firms are able to retain clients for such an extended period of time. I know I can get professional support from a number of specialist teams across all my legal requirements from probate matters and residential conveyancing through to all my commercial property needs including litigation.’
‚Longmores were a breath of fresh air, good communication, transparent approach to matters and willingness to listen to our issues.’
‘Hayley Grantham has been a pleasure to work with, she communicates well and has advised on all possible approaches to enable us to move matters forward.’
Kernmandanten
Encore Estate Management Limited
Hurford Salvi Carr Property Management Limited
Tulsesense Limited
Richard Hale School
Avon Court (Binfield) Residents Association Limited
King & Co Properties
Shine Group
Machins Solicitors LLP
Machins Solicitors LLP fields a ‘professional, knowledgeable, precise and efficient’ commercial property team which is headed by Simeon Clipstone in Luton. Clipstone has over 30 years of experience across a broad range of real estate matters, bringing notable expertise in freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, lease negotiations, property asset-based business transactions, refinancing, and agreements, such as conditional contracts, options, promotions, and overage. Santokh Singh has drawn on his deep experience in property-related work to recently become a go-to for advising clients on the acquisition of sites, particularly those matters with a development side.
Praxisleiter:
Simeon Clipstone
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Santokh Singh; Andrew Devereux; Caroline Jeavons; Nick Ginger
Referenzen
‘Responsive team with a good mix of experience and ability. Good client servicing skills, which is quite rare these days!’
‘Andrew Devereux is especially experienced in his field and willingness to explain things is greatly appreciated. If Andrew is unavailable the same prompt responses are delivered by his team.’
‘My experience of Machins Solicitors is that they are professional, knowledgeable, precise and efficient. ’
Kernmandanten
Wheatley Group Developments Ltd
Pelham Structures Ltd
Cottons Farm Ltd
Bonnel Homes Ltd
Bampleton Properties Ltd
EMS Lifts Ltd
Bben Development Company Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Wheatley Group Developments Ltd on their acquisition of a site in Clifton, Bedfordshire under a conditional contract from a Promoter.
- Represented Hatbox Ltd in the £850,000.00 sale of a commercial property in Luton.
- Advised Pelham Structures Limited on an acquisition of land at Nailey Hall, Manuden with a value of £3.65m to develop into 26 units.
Nockolds Solicitors
Nockolds Solicitors‘s commercial property department acts for key clients across a broad spectrum of industry sectors on the full suite of real estate matters, housing a team with particular expertise in leasehold enfranchisement and the Building Safety Act. James Griffiths heads the team and is lauded for acting in property development, investment management of property portfolios, and property finance, boasting significant expertise in joint ventures, landlord and tenant matters, and institutional lending.
Praxisleiter:
James Griffiths
Shakespeare Martineau LLP
Maintaining a reputation as healthcare, education, and energy sector specialists, Shakespeare Martineau LLP’s commercial property and development team also handles an ample influx of work across the real estate sector, particularly in leasehold transactions and investment work. Milton Keynes-based Joseph Soul leads the practice, leveraging his extensive experience in the healthcare sector to support clients in the funding, ownership, and development of healthcare real estate sites. David Wells is a recognised authority in leasehold transactions and Hayley Payton is a key contact for clients in the drinks, hospitality, and leisure industry.
Praxisleiter:
Joseph Soul
Weitere Kernanwälte:
David Wells; Hayley Payton
Referenzen
‘Compared to our previous solicitor, I have found Shakespeare Martineau to be more proactive, more communicative, more responsive and able to deal effectively, and non-confrontationally with other firms. I can always get a quick response, and know that there is an attention to detail which I have not experienced with other firms.’
‘I was very impressed with David Wells‘ thoroughness, his knowledge and understanding of our sector, and his very prompt response to urgent issues.’
‘I have worked with the team for more than 18 years. I have always found them to be extremely knowledgeable.’
Kernmandanten
XPO
Fired Earth Limited
University of West London
Camphill MK Communities
Bedfordshire Charitable Trust
Welford Healthcare
Marchmont Farms Limited
Colecar Strategic Land Limited
Westgate Healthcare Group
National Westminster Bank
We Care Group
Bright Horizons
Welford Healthcare CHH Limited
Welford Bidco 5 Midco Limited
Ardent Hire Solutions Limited
AW James Limited
Acorn Early Years Foundation
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised XPO, a multi-national logistic company, on its re-gearing of lease arrangements at its UK transport hub.
- Advising Acorn Lodge Limited on the conditional acquisition of the business and assets of an operational care home for consideration in excess of £5m.
- Advising Colecar Strategic Land Limited on a large-scale, multi-land owner, strategic regional development scheme.
Sherrards Solicitors LLP
Sherrards Solicitors LLP is well-placed to offer sector-specific advice, with practitioners having extensive knowledge of industries such as retail, hospitality, and leisure. The commercial property team is well-equipped to advise on the full spectrum of property development work, from site acquisitions and planning to construction, sales, lettings, and ongoing property management. Terry Fendt heads the practice and draws on decades of real estate experience to represent investment and retail clients. Shane Knight has boosted the firm’s charity and construction sector offering and Guy Morgan is a key contact for health and social care clients. Stephanie Kierans is another notable name.
Praxisleiter:
Terry Fendt
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shane Knight; Guy Morgan; Stephanie Kierans
Referenzen
‘Key, intricate knowledge of commercial property in the healthcare sector was a given throughout our experience. The whole transaction was driven forward by Sherrards, who were informative every step of the way.’
‘Guy Morgan led our whole project. From the very first meeting, Guy was able to guide us through our uncertainties as a complex client, explaining everything in a clear, non-nonsense manner whenever it was necessary. He felt like a friend guiding us through an unknown landscape, which was absolutely key to getting the transaction complete, going over and above what could have been expected along the way.’
‚I have been dealing with Guy Morgan for the past 3 years. Whilst my past dealings with the legal profession are not extensive the service provided by Guy has been outstanding and vastly superior to that I’ve experienced in the past. I particularly value Guy’s extensive knowledge of the sector, proactiveness and his very fast response to communications.‘
Kernmandanten
Chokdee Ltd trading as Giggling Squid
Rituals Cosmetics UK Limited
MenKind Limited
Evapo Ltd
The partners of St James’ Medical Practice, King’s Lynn
Esquires Coffee
Otiumberg Limited
Muffin Break
Woodfines LLP
Woodfines LLP is adept at handling a wide range of commercial matters and has particular strength in the agricultural, transport, and logistics sectors. In Milton Keynes, Suzanna Stephenson heads the team; she is skilled at advising on financing, acquisitions, disposals, and development projects, while bringing significant expertise in pension purchases, development funding, and tailored commercial lending solutions. Charlotte Benjamin is a key port of call for the sale and purchasing of agricultural land, particularly dealing with landlords of shopping centres and industrial estates.
Praxisleiter:
Suzanna Stephenson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Charlotte Benjamin
Referenzen
‘Their knowledge in dealing with commercial property is excellent, and they are capable of dealing with the opposite party. Their office staff are highly qualified, efficient and always helpful and available.’
‘We have been dealing with Charlotte Benjamin and her team. The capability and expertise that she has are second to none.’
‘The whole team at Woodfines have been extremely helpful to me over the last few years. Their advice as been invaluable on a number of projects I have used them for. The team is very knowledgeable across all aspects of commercial property and can easily guide someone like myself who has limited knowledge.’
Carter Bond Solicitors
With particular strengths in the healthcare sector, Carter Bond Solicitors fields a team that is highly equipped to act in a range of commercial property matters, spanning from comprehensive property due diligence and land acquisitions for development, to new lease transactions, lease renewals, assignments, and licences. The team is jointly headed by Lena Thakrar, Ifath Khan, and Nikesh Shah between Harrow and Middlesex. Gaurav Anarkat is well-versed in supporting landlords and tenants.
Praxisleiter:
Lena Thakrar; Ifath Khan; Nikesh Shah
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Gaurav Anarkat
Referenzen
‘Carter Bond Solicitors stands out for its commercially focused, client-centric approach, delivering practical legal solutions with speed and efficiency. The firm’s strength lies in its expert team, who combine deep industry knowledge with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Clients benefit from direct access to senior lawyers who prioritise clear communication, strategic thinking, and results-driven advice.‘
‚Diversity and collaboration are at the heart of Carter Bond’s culture, fostering a team that brings varied perspectives and expertise to complex legal matters. The firm’s agile approach enables it to compete with larger practices while maintaining the personalised service of a boutique firm.‘
‚Compared to other law firms, Carter Bond is refreshingly modern, responsive, and commercially savvy, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking pragmatic legal support. Its focus on long-term client relationships, rather than transactional interactions, cements its reputation as a forward-thinking legal practice.’
Kernmandanten
Tooth Club Limited
Masala Bowl Limited
Cakenation Ltd
Pyramid Pharma Pharmaceuticals Limited
Reliant Care Ltd
Co-Living Supported Developments Limited
Nursery group operator
Bridging lender
Dental Practice Group Operator
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Tooth Club from its inception, including on the acquisition of 13 sites across the UK.
- Advising a growing nursery group on 15 site acquisitions across the UK with an aggregate transaction value of £15m.
- Advising a local business operator on the purchase of a multi-million-pound care home.
Crane & Staples LLP
Housing an ‘exceptionally knowledgeable, proactive, and communicative’ property team, Crane & Staples LLP is notable for its multi-faceted offering that encompasses a range of commercial real estate matters and is a key contact for property developers, first-time developers, charities, landlords, and businesses. In Welwyn Garden City, Bonnie Twiggs, a seasoned specialist in leasehold enfranchisement work, heads the team in conjunction with Chris Brewis, an expert in complex residential matters. Manish Patel is noted for his work in care home transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Bonnie Twiggs; Chris Brewis
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Manish Patel; Amy Tapping; Kuldip Chima
Referenzen
‘Amy Tapping is a brilliantly effective and efficient solicitor. We had real problems with our house sale and Amy’s tenacious spirit really sped up the process for us. We would not have moved so quickly without her knowledge, advocacy and initiative. Amy is also extremely quick to respond, her customer service is second to none.‘
‘The team at Crane & Staples LLP made my first home purchase a smooth and stress-free experience. Their conveyancing experts were incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and thorough, ensuring every detail was handled efficiently. Their professionalism, clarity, and dedication to client care truly made a difference. I couldn’t have asked for a better legal team to guide me through such an important milestone!’
‘I have seen a number of individuals over the years and have found them all excellent. Chris Brewis in Commercial Property has helped me a couple of times with selling properties. The last was some land, which was not straightforward to say the least. Mr Brewis was so helpful and approachable throughout the process which had a couple of abortive sales before I finally sold the site.‘
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for a long-established developer client in a complex purchase comprising listed barns and farmland as part of a wider agricultural development, with a GDV of £3m.
- Acting for a charity in relation to the disposal of its head office for £3m.
- Acting for a longstanding client who is a nationwide provider of domiciliary care in the refinance of their £2.1m property portfolio.
Moorcrofts LLP
Praised for being ‘incredibly capable, very communicative and collaborative’, Moorcrofts LLP’s commercial property team is particularly well-versed in supporting landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, acquisitions, disposals, leasing matters, and portfolio management. The team is headed by Julia Ferguson, a seasoned expert in leasehold acquisitions and disposals for corporate occupiers, who has niche expertise in pre-let agreements, conditional contracts, and portfolio management for regional landlords. Elsewhere in the group, Sharan Uppal is noted for her capabilities in acting for both lenders and borrowers in secured lending, and also for developers acquiring property for development.
Praxisleiter:
Julia Ferguson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sharan Uppal
Referenzen
‘I have dealt with a number of practices over the years and I have found Moorcrofts easy to work with and knowledgeable about the property sector. There was clear and effective communication.‘
‚The staff were helpful and delivered solutions to issues when they arose as part of the transactional process. It was refreshing to have direct discussion rather than wholly through email exchange.’
‘I found Julia Ferguson knowledgeable about property matters and she dealt with what was a complicated site. Communication was excellent, both directly and via email, there were site visits and the legal elements were dealt with forensically.‘
Kernmandanten
Access UK Ltd
Science Photo Library Limited
Thames Property Group Limited
Acuity Advisors Limited
GS2 Partnership Limited
Hiltfalcon Limited
Linda Joan Dunn
R3Store Studios Limited
Skillbond Limited
Bossie’s Biltong Ltd
CWA Studios Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Access UK, a national business software provider, on its entire English property portfolio, various lease renewals, assignments and the acquisition of a new 10-year leasehold interest in prestigious office premises in central London.
- Representing Science Photo Library Limited in relation to the acquisition of new leasehold office premises in Notting Hill, London.
- Advised R3Store Studios on the acquisition of a new 10-year lease in the new mixed-use 26 acre development at Sugar House Island, in East London.