Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

Private wealth, real estate and construction.

Partner

James specialises in all disputes relating to the use and occupation of land. He also has a significant advisory practice aimed at dispute avoidance. He has a wide-ranging client base which includes developers, investors, corporate, leisure and retail occupiers and high-net-worth individuals. He has considerable experience acting for clients in the higher courts and specialist property tribunals.

James has carved a niche acting for London Estates and in doing has earned a reputation as a market-leader in the world of enfranchisement. He also provides strategic advice to the owners of London Estates on asset management and portfolio diversification.

James has a particular interest in rights of light and development related advisory. He is a member of the executive committee of the UK chapter of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat and is ranked as a ‘Leading Individual' in The Legal 500.

James is admitted to practise in England and Wales.