Geared to handle direct and indirect investment across all asset classes, Hogan Lovells is knowledgeable on complex leasing transactions. The firm is jointly overseen by Matthew Ditchburn and Daniel Norris, and Norris is skilled at property financing, asset management, and joint ventures. Oliver Chamberlain is often engaged in regeneration projects, and Sian Owles advises fund managers and REITs on UK and European real estate investments. Edward Meadowcroft handles sale and lease-back agreements.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The team, co-led by Daniel Norris, are trusted advisers who combine legal skill with commercial acumen, always delivering advice that is clear, relevant, and grounded in the client's objectives.’
- ‘Daniel Norris is lovely to work with. He communicates clearly, listens carefully, and brings deep experience to every conversation.’
- ‘Sian Owles is proactive, detail-oriented, and excellent at translating complex issues into actionable advice.’
- ‘Oliver Chamberlain is thoughtful, well-organised, and calm under pressure. He provides balanced, commercial advice and is a steady hand in complex negotiations.’
- ‘Mathew Ditchburn leads with clarity and confidence, and is always responsive and engaged in matters that require strategic input.’
- ‘Daniel Norris is experienced and commercial, with a practical, solution-focused approach.’
Key clients
- SCPI Pierval Santé
- Roku
- Immediate Capital Group
- Valor Real Estate Partners LLP
- Aberdeen Standard
- British Land
- CapitaLand
- CCLA Investment Management
- Columbia Threadneedle
- CVC
- Landsec
- Coal Pension Funds
Work highlights
Acting for SCPI Pierval Santé on its investments into the UK regulated care home/senior living market.
Acted for a US listed REIT on its investments into the UK regulated care home/senior living market.
Acted for LandSec on the sale of its entire hotel portfolio to real estate funds managed by Ares Management and EQ Group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Michael James
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sian Owles
Edward Meadowcroft
Practice head
Mathew Ditchburn; Daniel Norris
Other key lawyers
Oliver Chamberlain; Sian Owles; Edward Meadowcroft; Michael James