Jointly spearheaded by Andrew Banton and Marie Scott, CMS’ sizeable commercial property practice is particularly active in the healthcare, office, logistics, and retail sectors. Scott is noted for her capabilities in mixed-use projects, while Banton is knowledgeable of property portfolio management. Barry Morris is experienced in forward purchase agreements, while Chris Oakley is often engaged in regeneration projects. Mark Heighton is well-regarded in the renewable energy sector and Leilah Rawle is proficient in infrastructure projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Mark Heighton is very responsive and proactive in sharing market updates. He is personable and approachable, which makes it easy to provide direct feedback and ensures the smooth running of the relationship.’
- ‘The CMS team are proactive and reliable. Marie Scott, in particular, is extremely knowledgeable and takes care to ensure consistency and efficiency across all our matters.’
- ‘Andrew Banton is a very safe pair of hands, known for getting the job done efficiently and without fuss. He is well respected by the wider team here.’
- ‘They are a full-service firm with expertise across all areas and they are well integrated.’
- ‘They make effective use of legal technology and innovation, such as Avail reporting, and regularly share knowledge via CMS Law.'
- ‘Relevant training is offered and delivered in a timely and practical manner.’
Key clients
- AIMCo
- Landsec
- Mitsubishi Estate London
- Mitsui Fudosan
- GPE
- The Portman Estate
- SEGRO Plc
- Landsec
- urbanest
- Related Argent
- London Square Developments Limited
- Lloyds Living
Work highlights
Advising HCLLP (a joint venture between the BT Pension Fund and Canada’s sovereign wealth fund, CPPIB) on the sale of Haymarket House, London SW1, a £400m (GVD) West End hotel development opportunity, to Haymarket House.
Advised on the real estate, planning, and construction matters relating to the redevelopment of ITV’s former headquarters on the South Bank in London.
Advised DTZ Investors’ Coliv fund on its first co-living development at Brent Cross Town.
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Practice head
Andrew Banton; Marie Scott
Other key lawyers
Barry Morris: Chris Oakley: Mark Heighton: Leilah Rawle: Melanie Hughes: Rebecca Moore