Shoosmiths LLP is well-positioned in the market to advise a diverse client base on a variety of investment, occupier, and development matters both regionally and nationally. Team head Matthew Kenwood has demonstrable experience in an array of commercial real estate transactions, while Su Kemp has a far-reaching non-contentious practice spanning complex sale agreements, refinancing, and landlord and tenant matters. Helen Parrott‘s client roster is particularly comprised of investment funds, retailers, and leisure operators, whom she readily assists across a broad practice. Deborah Gordon Brown retired from the practice in June 2024, and Ellis Gardener-Browne departed in September 2024, while Matthew Kemp left in November 2025.
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‘Hard working, responsive, go the extra mile, always at the end of the phone - the team loves working with them.’
‘Su Kemp is a gem. Fantastic lawyer. Great partner. Shoosmiths are lucky to have her.’
Key clients
- Feldberg Capital
- Yianis Group
Work highlights
Advising Feldberg on joint venture and initial seed asset acquisition matters between Feldberg and Henry Boot in relation to a portfolio of assets for development as next-generation, ESG-compliant logistics/industrial sites across the UK in the new Origin Fund.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Matthew Kenwood
Other key lawyers
Su Kemp; Helen Parrott