Jane Edwarde > Slaughter and May > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The ‘very well resourced’ corporate occupiers’ team at Slaughter and May undertakes high-quality work across the spectrum of matters, ranging from headquarters developments and complex real estate portfolio strategies, to the construction elements of real estate projects. The experienced Jane Edwarde anchors the practice and frequently acts for various global household name clients on acquisitions, disposals, real estate finance, and leasing. The ‘approachable, knowledgeable, and solution oriented’ John Nevin has experience in advising law firms on headquarter relocations and major lettings, while the ‘excellent and responsive’ Simon Bartle covers the property aspects of major corporate deals. Mark Gulliford is well-versed in landlord and tenant matters.

Slaughter and May supports household-name clients in their development and redevelopment projects. In addition to experience in mixed-use, leisure and residential assets, the firm handles data centre and sports developments, including stadia. It is further able to draw on planning, construction, financing and environmental experts when needed from its wider pool of practitioners as issues arise during a project’s lifespan. Jane Edwarde, experienced in large scale development projects, heads the practice. John Nevin handles major mixed-use matters. Simon Bartle and Mark Gulliford further complement the practice, adding experience in sports and retail matters.

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.

The ‘knowledgeable and very experienced’ practice at Slaughter and May is highlighted for its proficiency in data centre, office tower, and retail developments. Richard Keczkes leads the firm’s planning practice and is knowledgeable in environmental mandates, as well as health and safety issues surrounding M&A. Jane Edwarde leads the real estate team and is well-versed in real estate development, financing, and leasing matters.

Slaughter and May has vast experience of handling high-profile transactions, most notably a recent acquisition of shares in a Premier League football club, alongside complex stadium construction projects and cross-border joint venture agreements. The firm has ‘excellent knowledge’ of CMA investigations and employment claims, while co-heads Andrew Jolly and Mark Zerdin specialise in governance matters and multi-jurisdictional M&A. Jane Edwarde regularly acts on behalf of major football and rugby clubs in real estate matters and Richard Jeens is an expert in sports disputes. Hemita Sumanasuriya is experienced in both regulatory and corporate matters, and Tom Inker is knowledgeable on the construction aspects of major sporting projects.