Howes Percival LLP maintains a leading position in the East Midlands commercial property space. Lucy Lord‘s client base includes financial institutions and banks, which she assists with property finance work and portfolio transactions. Nicholas James regularly acts on land acquisitions, promotions, collaborations, and investments, while Stuart Burns has varied commercial property practice. Alexandra Kirkwood has noteworthy experience in estate setups, high-value acquisitions, and academy conversions, and Erica Gradus has particular expertise with landlord and tenant matters. Michelle Woolston and Jasmine Mason are also active within the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Howes Percival is always our go-to practice for any property sale, purchase or lease. The company always provides exceptional service to our business in a truly professional manner. We have never needed to go to another practice for services as we've never been let down and we're made to feel so important as a customer.’
- ‘Lucy Lord and Alexandra Kirkwood are completely dependable, thoroughly knowledgeable and very personable. They are my go-to for any property queries.’
‘Erica Gradus provides an exceptional service to our business.'
‘The team are excellent at being able to apply either a detailed and technical approach or an ultra pragmatic approach, and knowing when which one is more appropriate.’
‘Nick James and Stuart Burns get to the heart of the matter and understand how the client works so they can deliver what is needed.’
‘Howes Percival deliver a remarkable standard of service. Their knowledge and understanding are beyond impressive and have successfully navigated some of the most tricky and legally complex situations.'
‘Jasmine Mason is a very diligent and impressive adviser. Her knowledge and ability to understand the clients' needs are beyond excellent. She is a formidable operator and highly respected in the industry.’
‘Lucy Lord is highly experienced, very efficient and very available to deal with matters as they arise.’
Key clients
- Shareholders of Raynsway
- Persimmon Homes
- C. Brewer & Sons
- Mulberry Property Developments
- Mulberry Strategic Land
- Motorvogue (Northampton)
- McGowan Investments
- Nene Group
- Davidsons Developments
- In ‘n’ Out Centres
Work highlights
Advised C Brewers & Sons on the £20m acquisition of the entire shareholding of The Paint Shed Holdings.
Advised Mulberry Property Developments on the £11m sale of 49 affordable housing plots on a large residential scheme.
Advised Mulberry Property Developments Limited on the phased sale of 10 affordable housing plots on a large residential scheme.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Lucy Lord; Nicholas James
Other key lawyers
Stuart Burns; Alexandra Kirkwood; Erica Gradus; Michelle Woolston; Jasmine Mason