Ashurst Perkins Coie’s corporate occupier department is trusted by clients for support on their property requirements, including the acquisition and leasing of HQ buildings, portfolio management, as well as landlord and tenant advice. The firm has a strong position in growth sectors such as data centres, living, and logistics. Global department head Sarah Sivyour is regularly engaged in high-value transactions at the firm, Chris Benbow is experienced in real estate-related joint ventures and cross-border deals, and Tim Regis is a name of note for complex corporate joint ventures. Melanie Jordan has demonstrable knowledge of the logistics and build-to-rent sectors, including forward fundings, acquisitions, and lettings. Lee Foxcroft brings expertise in acquisitions and disposals to the team.
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Key clients
- Oxford Properties
- Big Yellow
- Almacantar
- General Atlantic
- Panattoni
- H&M
- CapitaLand
- Tritax
Work highlights
Acted for Almacantar at its development at 1 and 2 Southbank Place, having advised on new lettings to Holland & Barrett, Starbucks, and Joe & The Juice on long-term institutional leases.
Acted for Panattoni on the successful letting of an 885,000 sq ft logistics facility at Panattoni Park Avonmouth to GXO Logistics.
Acted for CapitaLand on an agreement for lease with landlord works for a new letting and renewal lettings at their Croydon Data Centre acquired in 2021.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Sarah Sivyour
Other key lawyers
Chris Benbow; Tim Regis; Melania Jordon; Lee Foxcroft