
Headed by Rob Harrison, Bevan Brittan LLP is highly proficient in property financing, joint ventures, and transactions. Ian Caplan’s recent caseload encompasses redevelopments in the health sector, while Steven Smith is a key port of call for a plethora of London boroughs on regeneration projects. Mark Paget Skelin counts NHS trusts, private healthcare providers, and higher education institutions on his client roster, and Dalee Kaur is well-regarded in the office and retail sectors. Daisy Scaife is knowledgeable on mixed-use developments, Matthew Simson handles planning appeals, and Sarah Skuse is another key team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Bevan Brittan have a well-developed understanding of the public sector, particularly local councils. Their legal advice is consistently accompanied by commercially sound guidance on our options as a council, including practical recommendations. They are clear in distinguishing what is legal advice and what is informal, experience-based commercial input.’
- ‘Key strengths include their deep knowledge of the sector, ability to negotiate effectively with a variety of organisations, availability, and dedication. They take time to explain issues clearly, work through problems collaboratively, and listen carefully to feedback.’
Key clients
- Zephyr X Developments
- Boom Power Limited
Work highlights
Advising the City of London Corporation on its partnership with the Museum of London, for the £600m redevelopment of former Smithfield Market to provide a new, state-of-the-art facility for the Museum.
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Practice head
Rob Harrison
Other key lawyers
Ian Caplan; Steven Smith; Mark Paget Skelin; Dalee Kaur; Daisy Scaife; Matthew Simson; Sarah Skuse
