Barr Ellison LLP, which acts for major developers, landowners, promoters, and investors, as well as many commercial landlords and tenants, has a highly regarded managing partner in Kelly Peck, and in 2025 hired the vastly experienced Jonathan Greenhalgh from Ellisons, who now leads the group. Peck, who ‘provides clear and pragmatic advice in a friendly and approachable way’, assists clients with the management of property portfolios, commercial acquisitions, and refinancing projects. Greenhalgh has a particular focus on development work, notably the acquisition and disposal of commercial, mixed-use, and residential development sites. Joshua Smart and Lucy Harrison, who is a key adviser to affordable housing providers, are emerging talents within the practice.
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Commercial Property Partner

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Managing Partner of Barr Ellison Law alongside being a vastly experienced property lawyer, Kelly is well known for a straightforward, practical approach to complex commercial issues and for delivering results.

Kelly has particular expertise in the areas of commercial landlord & tenant as well as property development. Her experience is broad, ranging from managing property portfolios to commercial acquisitions and from licensing premises to academy conversions. Kelly has detailed insight into planning law, including the lawful use of premises and section 106 obligations in the context of development sites.

Kelly recognises that continuity of business and project deadlines are essential for her clients, and works hard to ensure that her approach to delivering legal solutions complements the clients’ needs. Kelly’s specialisms include the food sector and GP practices.

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  • ‘We have had fantastic service from Kelly Peck and Josh Smart. Both are articulate, subject matter experts who bring a spirit of fun to our interactions.’
  • ‘Our company has appointed many different Solicitors firms over the years but once we were introduced to Barr Ellison, we struck gold! They are competent, efficient, speedy in responses and very knowledgeable.’