The collective at Burges Salmon LLP is adept at assisting its clientele in various cross-border matters, including managing the sale, financing and refinancing aspects of portfolios of hotels. The trio at the helm includes Rupert Weston and Richard Read, who split their time between London and Bristol, and Robert Forman, who is based in Edinburgh. Weston is experienced advising international hotel clients on matters ranging from openings to sales and acquisitions; Read has expertise in real estate investment; and Forman assists on the remit of hospitality-related transactions. Also in Bristol is real estate finance specialist Katie Allen.
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‘My experience of the team is one of them dealing with matters with a relaxed, efficient calm, and just getting things done.'
'They've built relationships with our broader team that are into their second decade - can't think of a better reflection on what they do and how they do it.’
‘Richard Read and Katie Allen are excellent. In detail, available and easy to work with.’
‘Very knowledgeable about the hospitality sector and provides a very efficient and reliable service.’
‘Katie Allen provides a first-rate service and stays closely involved, along with her associates and fellow partners, throughout the documenting and completion of a transaction. More than happy to recommend.’
Key clients
- Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
- Henderson Park
- Pandox AB
- Virgin Hotels
- Starwood Capital
- Robuchon Restaurants
- Darwin Alternative’s Leisure Property Fund
- The Perth Hunt Club
- YTL Hotels
- Zetland Capital
- Andrew Brownsword Hotels
- London & Regional
Work highlights
Advised a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) in relation to the sale of its portfolio of 33 UK Marriott International hotels to a joint venture between KKR and The Baupost Group.
Advised Henderson Park on the £490m refinancing of five Scottish hotels in its 13-hotel portfolio, which include the Caledonian and the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton.
Advised Virgin Hotels on the successful opening of its first London hotel, Virgin Hotels London Shoreditch, in the heart of one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Rupert Weston; Richard Read; Robert Forman
Other key lawyers
Katie Allen; Matthew Sims; Will Hall