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Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

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Charles Russell Speechlys LLP fields a versatile team that acts across an array of sectors, including the office, luxury retail, leisure, medical, and logistics industries, on prime location leases, portfolio asset management, and sale and leaseback transactions. Practice head Lee Medlock is noted for acting for private equity investors in funding and realisation-related mandates, while Sarah Morley brings significant experience in headquarters relocations and space rationalisation to the team. Cara Imbrailo is active in the retail, office, and medical sectors, particularly in central London. Other key members of the group include Usman Khan, who advises charities and developers, and Ben Butterworth and Kelly Arnold, who are active in supporting on matters relating to a variety of industries.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Balanced team with different levels of experience and knowledge specialisms. Well-managed workload. Experience within multiple sectors provides key market knowledge and experience to ensure the client is aware of market position and market-leading thought pieces.’

  • ‘Warm and personable, which makes even the hardest of negotiations more palatable. Interest in our sectors, which allows opinion pieces as well as technical advice.'

  • 'Cara Imbrailo is a particularly strong partner in all aspects. Provides advice on multiple matters even when not directly fee-earning.’

  • 'The team has a wide range of expertise across corporate occupiers. I rate the team highly and value their advice. Their team have experience in understanding both landlords and tenants and can provide advice on all different aspects of our portfolio. They have consistently demonstrated their capacity to handle high-pressure situations and deliver results, which is crucial for our business operations.'

  • 'The team provides strategic advice and always know how to get the job done, alleviating our worries. They demonstrate promptness in their communications, ensuring that we are kept informed at every stage of a matter. Their responsiveness is complemented by a client-focused approach that prioritises our objectives and concerns.'

  • 'Cara Imbrailo's reputation in the industry is reinforced by her dedication to continuous learning and staying abreast of developments; she takes a client-centric approach, prioritising clear communication and understanding of client needs. She is committed to building strong relationships with her clients, ensuring that her advice is both relevant and impactful.'

Key clients

  • Stonegate Pub Company Limited
  • The Howard de Walden Estate
  • Cote Restaurants
  • The Pollen Estate
  • Cale Street
  • Aberdeen Investments
  • Store Holdings
  • Janus Henderson
  • City of London Corporation
  • Eton College
  • Warl Group Limited
  • Merchant Taylors Company

Work highlights

Advised Stonegate Pub Company Limited on landlord and tenant matters across their portfolio.
Acting for Cale Street Partners in exiting their existing premises in Mayfair and entering into new leases of new premises in Berkeley Square, London.
Advising The Pollen Estate on all new leases and asset management matters across their East Mayfair estate, including new leases, surrenders, regears, concessions, licences, and pop-ups.

Practice head

Lee Modlock

Other key lawyers

Cara Imbrailo; Sarah Morley; Usman Khan; Ben Butterworth; Kelly Arnold