Arash Rajai > RPC > London, England > Lawyer Profile

RPC is entrusted by a range of corporate occupiers with headquarter establishments, office moves and portfolio management, in addition to sales and leasebacks. Elizabeth Alibhai leads the team’s Bristol and London offices and acts for developers in the residential and retail sectors; Alibhai’s recent work highlights include Frasers’ acquisition of Coventry Building Society Arena. Catherine Young advises on the property aspects of corporate and finance transactions, while Ben Malone is another key contact in the group. Partners Arash Rajai and Jon Ely joined from Herbert Smith Freehills LLP and Capital Law, respectively.

RPC provides comprehensive advice for various players in the construction supply chain, from contractors to quantity surveyors. Their expert guidance extends to a diverse range of infrastructure and energy risks. Team leader Alan Stone manages disputes across arbitration, adjudication, and litigation, while Alexandra Anderson specialises in defending claims against surveyors and valuers. Tom Green excels in payment notice and defects disputes and provides guidance on broader construction market aspects. The team has seen the addition of Arash Rajai in August 2022, from Herbert Smith Freehills LLP.