Firm Profile > Trowers & Hamlins LLP > London, England

‘The team has in-depth knowledge of the social housing sector and funding markets, and is client focused.‘

‘Sarah Gooden is very experienced and knowledgeable‘.

‘The team keeps to timescales and is pragmatic.‘

‘Eleanor James is highly knowledgeable, understands what the client needs and always gets the deal across the line.‘

‘The team works as a partnership, both within the firm and also with the client. This ensures that all aspects of any matter are considered fully and we know we are protected.‘

‘Eleanor James is on hand whenever you need her and her straightforward approach provides real clarity when you need it most.‘

‘Able to undertake complex land transactions and advise on governance structures. Recognised authorities on contract documentation for property and construction. We have used the firm for land and s106 acquisitions as well as more involved joint ventures. In addition, we use it for Treasury and charging matters.‘

‘Trowers & Hamlins is clearly a leading and well-respected firm in the social housing sector. It has specific sector expertise that is backed by expertise in other areas that can be called on as necessary. My experience of all of the people that I have dealt with at the firm has been a positive one and I have been impressed by their knowledge, responsiveness and clarity of thinking.‘

‘Sharron Webster’s knowledge of the social housing sector and the regulatory environment is exceptional. Her undoubted knowledge is supplemented by great personal qualities of energy, enthusiasm, pragmatism and a willingness to be direct and to the point. Her advice is always clear and grounded in reality. Associate Darren Hooker works really well alongside Sharron, and ensures that the detail is dealt with efficiently and effectively. I have utmost confidence that matters are being dealt with and there is never any need to ‘be on his case’.‘

‘Tonia Secker knows the housing and regeneration sector inside out.‘

‘Trowers & Hamlins are unique among law firms as having focused early on the growing demand in the housing-with-care space. The firm has been leading the way in assisting the sector, and developing new legal insights into the issues at hand.’

‘Trowers & Hamlins provide standout sector insight and reliable resources whilst offering exceptional value for money.’

‘Kyle Holling has outstanding knowledge of both the sector and property transactions. He and his team are responsive and effective in delivering timely advice.’

‘Hilary Blackwell is the pre-eminent lawyer for major healthcare developments and infrastructure‘

‘The senior members of the team are always on hand to assist, and where required have brought in additional resources to complete the transactions.‘

‘The team is very responsive and has always delivered to a very high standard.‘

‘An excellent split of partners and junior lawyers has meant that transactions have been completed to an excellent standard within timeframes determined at the outset.‘

‘Provides extremely professional and thoughtful advice in a timely fashion‘

‘Very responsive to clients’ requirements and flexible in approach‘

‘Scott Dorling is always exceptionally helpful and very responsive‘

‘A charming, intelligent, friendly and approachable team‘

‘Incredibly responsive and engaging‘

‘Scott Dorling is always willing to take on a challenge and to think outside the box‘

‘A cooperative team that shares good ideas and knowledge. They are open and honest in presenting the strengths and weaknesses of specific issues and are able to suggest innovative ways to close out potential areas of concern.’

‘Their dedication, commitment and ability to deliver high quality results to tight timescales has never been in question.’

‘Anthony Yates leads has continually demonstrated the ability and knowledge to get to the root of any matter and suggest a considered, structured and generally strong route to resolve matters.’

‘Tim Hillier and Clarissa Smith have both proven tenacious in their approach to dealing with disputes and in both cases clearly demonstrated a good understanding in their field and also the best routes available to us seeking resolution. In both cases we reached successful resolution of our disputes.’

‘The practice has a proven and clear understanding of our needs, requirements and way of operating.’

‘Stephanie Canham always acts in a considered and knowledgeable way, leading her team from the front. She has the ability to get direct to the cause of the problem and her knowledge of relevant law is unquestionable in my experience.’

‘The team is able to join the two completely different worlds of contractors and suppliers seamlessly, whilst maintaining excellent credibility in both areas. To do so so well is unique.’

‘Trowers & Hamlins LLP stands out for impeccable service, high partner involvement and good public sector knowledge.‘

‘James Hawkins is both technically able and pragmatic. His service level is always outstanding.’

‘Hilary Blackwell and Lucy Doran provide standout depth of legal knowledge combined with the ability to explain things in a simple way.‘

‘The team’s strengths and key capabilities are its no-nonsense approach and the quality of the counsel and expert witnesses they use.‘

‘Douglas Rhodes is very easy to work with; he is extremely calm and his ability to disentangle complex questions of law is exceptional.‘

‘Its knowledge of the social housing sector is second to none, both in strength and depth.‘

‘A strong team that is able to offer robust commercial advice which is grounded in an understanding of the reality of the voluntary sector‘.

‘The team understand its clients and their businesses and one always knows that the team will provide reliable, helpful advice‘.

‘Sharron Webster and Darren Hooker  are incredibly responsive. Sharron’s expertise is embellished by her energy, enthusiasm, pragmatism, honesty and clarity of advice. Darren is equally knowledgeable and his contacts at the Charity Commission have been particularly useful‘.

‘The team has great experience and knowledge of most areas including leasing and insurance disputes.’

‘Kathryn Insall gives very clear and well thought-through advice.’

‘As well as being very efficient and responsive in handling matters day-to-day, Kathryn Insall has considerable experience of heavy litigation and is excellent at longer-term strategic planning.’

‘Trowers have a strong civil fraud team, well capable of running complex, large and challenging fraud cases’.   

‘Mark Kenkre in particular is an excellent litigator – he is canny and relentless, both attributes crucial in a fraud litigator’.               

‘The Trowers team are thorough and comprehensive’.

‘They are a safe pair of hands and you know that the service will always be of the highest quality’.

‘Trowers & Hamlins is a source of sound, commercially viable advice‘

‘Martin McFall is always concerned with finding a pragmatic and practicable solution to any issue‘

‘The firm’s lawyers interact well, which is to the benefit of clients; they also respond very quickly to any points clients make‘.

‘Ned Beale is highly intelligent. He uses a layered approach to a case, building up each legal point over time until it becomes fortified against all attacks. He also makes sure clients understand where he or she is going with the case and for what purpose‘.

‘The team has detailed and up-to-date knowledge of international arbitration and the rules and procedures of the key arbitral institutions‘.

‘Ned Beale is fantastic‘.

‘They have very good teamwork, strong technical knowledge, and are very approachable, calm, and always willing to help‘.

‘Trowers & Hamlins’ public sector lawyers demonstrate a clear understanding of the role of their public sector clients which goes beyond a simple grasp of the legal issues and makes their advice practical and user friendly‘

‘Amardeep Gill brings all the skills together for complex commercial and land transactions in the public sector‘

‘Amardeep Gill is approachable and provides direct succinct advice as required to progress matters with as little delay as possible‘

‘Amardeep Gill has been excellent and demonstrates a clear understanding of our business needs‘

The team stands out for its strong social housing sector knowledge

It has the ability to set out complex issues in a clear manner

The team’s flexibility means that it can respond to fast changing situations

Melanie Comer is an exceptional lawyer

The team has an exceptional grasp of issues facing the sector

‘The team is composed of specialists which have extensive knowledge of the social housing sector’

‘The team is great at handling land acquisitions, acquisition of section 106 schemes from developers, and shared ownership disposals’

‘Joseph Acton is recommended for governance and procedural issues’

‘Joseph Acton always makes himself quickly available to discuss issues and ideas and to share his extensive knowledge’

‘The firm are particularly responsive to client needs, they provide value for money and operate at the highest standard within the legal profession‘

‘They provide knowledge without excessive pricing‘

‘Quick response. Willingness to work outside normal business hours to get the job done; the organisation functions well as a team‘

‘Associate Maria Dunn is very professional and effective in dealing with issues and responsive to client needs‘

‘The team has good knowledge and are keen to assist‘

‘The team has an excellent understanding of its clients’ needs and requirements, and is willing to remain flexible in handling different issues’

‘There is a good range of skills and expertise, as well as a number of people within the team which can be contacted for assistance’

‘The firm is very easy to work with, which makes it a standout’

‘The workload is allocated appropriately across all hierarchical levels’

‘Lynn Onyett takes a commercial view on all points and efficiently guides clients through potentially difficult situations’

‘A consistently good service – we were kept well informed.’

‘The team has wide experience and skills for the particular issues facing social housing management and development.’

‘The partners respond quickly and efficiently when action is required.’

Mark Kenkre’s team is excellent, with a strong regional and national reputation, especially in difficult civil fraud and complex civil litigation cases.

‘In fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and shareholder claims, they are amongst the best in their class.’

‘Mark Kenkre is an excellent litigator, canny and relentless.’

‘Mark Kenkre is highly knowledgeable in his field. He is known for his commercial common sense and giving good strategic advice.

‘Jamie de Souza is a future star and has a great eye for detail.’

‘Brilliant at social housing.’

‘The firm is highly flexible, answers the phone straight away, gives time to explain difficult situations and understands client needs from the outset‘

‘A personal relationship and explanations that the layman can understand all help bring confidence to our relationship. A flexible can-do attitude also helps‘

‘Mark Robinson has an excellent knowledge of procurement and contract law. He has always delivered excellent advice and helped us navigate our way through a series of complex legal issues to arrive at a successful outcome. He is a trusted partner and we really appreciate the support he gives us‘

‘Trowers and Hamlins are always fast to respond and offer great advice, understanding the issues we face‘

‘They have an exceptional ability to respond quickly in what are invariably time-sensitive matters, and in doing so are able to quickly assess the extent of the challenge faced, assess legal ramifications and advice accordingly‘

‘They are incredibly supportive in terms of translating what can often by complex legal matters‘

‘The team is personable, responsive, thorough and understanding of the commercial context of challenges faced, not to mention great fun‘

A strong banking and finance department with excellent experience in housing finance

The team acts quickly when instructed

The department is always on hand to pick up the telephone and deal with any issues or questions

Eleanor James is first-rate

‘The team is approachable and easy to work with.’

‘Katie Saunders cuts through the complications, and sets out solutions and options.’

‘Rebecca McGuirk always makes you feel that your query/case is her number one priority, even when she no doubt sometimes has more pressing and urgent issues‘.

Sam Coward is very professional and answers queries in a timely manner; his written reports are comprehensive, and he is balanced in his approach to disputes

‘Firm ethos is geared to delivering service.’

‘Matthew Holbrook and his team are quick, responsive, user-friendly and adopt a commercial attitude.’

‘Michael Green is a careful litigator, whose style is to explore every available avenue, and to give realistic and considered advice to his clients. He is a property litigation solicitor who I have regularly recommended to others‘

‘Robust yet commercial legal advice given in a very timely manner. Whilst other firms can also give good technical advice, this isn’t always backed up by a commercial and pragmatic approach. The team, which has strength and depth, is particularly strong in the not-for-profit and property sectors and draws on the deep sector expertise within the wider firm.’

‘Dan Butler is consistently proactive and gives robust and commercial advice.  He is able to work very quickly and pick things up at very short notice.’

‘Dan Butler has an excellent career ahead of him – he has an impressive set of skills and commercial nous.’