Often advising domestic and international high-net-worth individuals on real estate investments, Farrer & Co is led by Kate Corke. Corke is vastly experienced in asset management and leasing, while Mark Gauguier counts property funds, private equity investors, and landowners on his client roster. Henry Stevens is skilled at landlord and tenant work, Barbara Beasley is often engaged in forward funding, and Hayley Wilson is highly proficient in property acquisitions. Sarah Aggarwal and Meghan Hatfield are other key team members.
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Testimonials
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'The team is exemplary, with a knowledgeable, professional, and diligent approach to all legal matters. The team is highly reputable and works to solve problems and issues that arise during complex transactions.’
‘Knowledge of the client and attention to detail.'
- The team know us well and the same individuals deal with our routine business. They have on call subject matter experts when required.'
- They have a really good proactive relationship with our managing agents/ advisors.'
- 'They are exceptional.’
‘A genuine interest and thorough knowledge of our company and the key personnel working on commercial property. They have built up a mutual trust.'
Key clients
- Charities Property Fund
- Duchy of Cornwall
- Highbridge Properties plc
- Shinfield Studios Limited
- UKVB LuxCo 1 S.à r.l
- The Ironmongers Company
- Burghley Estate
- The British Library
- Property Trust Group
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- London Bioscience Innovation Centre
- Commonwealth Real Estate LP
Work highlights
Advised Charities Property fund on numerous investment transactions totalling £1.3billion.
Advised Shinfield Studios Limited on all aspects of a landmark transaction with The University of Reading for the construction of a major film studios complex in Shinfield, Berkshire.
Advised the Duchy of Cornwall on all aspects of their significant property portfolio.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Kate Corke
Other key lawyers
Mark Gauguier; Henry Stevens; Sarah Aggarwal; Barbara Beasley; Hayley Wilson; Fred Lee; Meghan Hatfield