Norton Rose Fulbright is trusted by occupiers, developers, investors, institutional landlords, and lenders, and is also regularly called on by landlords and tenants, for the entire process of their occupational requirements, including pre-letting negotiations, refurbishment contracts, and lease restructuring. Spearheading the team is David Hawkins, a key name for international investors in real estate development and investment. Louisa Roe is a leading name on complex leasing transactions, while Dan Wagerfield is highly regarded for advising on major development and regeneration projects. Charlie Pinkerton acts for landlords and tenants on lettings across London. Peter Lewis handles investment acquisitions and disposals, and Helen Finnis assists with the sale and purchase of commercial premises, with particular experience in the office, retail, residential, and energy sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘The Norton Rose team were well organised, collaborative and proactive. The combination of lead Partner and Senior Associate worked very well so that both experience and driving activity were balanced across the team.’
‘They were particularly good at working quickly and under pressure when we had a very tight timeline to exchange the documentation.'
- ‘Charlie Pinkerton is very commercial and pragmatic.’
- ‘The individuals I’ve worked with have consistently stood out for their professionalism, commercial awareness, and ability to offer clear, actionable advice. In particular, Lousia Roe brought a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach that set her apart.’
'They worked well with their counterparts so that it wasn't confrontational but focused on achieving the best results for both parties. The work was completed to a very high standard at a quick pace.’
‘Norton Rose Fulbright always takes care of our requests with a great deal of effort and excellent personal support. From my point of view, they are working to a very high standard and I am completely satisfied with their work! ’
Key clients
- ADS Technology Solutions UK Limited
- Endurance Worldwide Insurance Limited
- Surface Transforms Plc
- Aventum Group
- AIP Asset Management
- Dorrington Plc
- Brit Group Services
- Terrae Novo Limited
- Canterbury Christ Church University
- First Abu Dhabi Bank
- Kimberly-Clark
- Royex Real Estate Investments Limited
Work highlights
Advised Olympia London on its £1.5bn redevelopment and lettings matters.
Advised Endurance Worldwide on the pre-letting of the “Stanza London” Building at 40 Leadenhall Street, London.
Advised BMW on its occupational portfolio of offices, showrooms, and industrial premises.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
David Hawkins
Other key lawyers
Louisa Roe; Dan Wagerfield; Charlie Pinkerton; Peter Lewis; Helen Finnis; Wasim Khan