Often advising investors on residential and student accommodation projects, Burges Salmon LLP is jointly led by Matthew Sims, Robert Forman, and Richard Read. Forman is versed in secured lending, while Sims is well-regarded in the hotel, office, and retail sectors. Read and Will Hall are knowledgeable of corporate occupiers work, while Richard Clark and Ross Polkinghorne are skilled at landlord and tenant work.
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Testimonials
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- 'They are really approachable and have a depth of specialism.’
‘Richard Clark is a pleasure to work with. He is prepared to roll his sleeves up and get into the detail without losing perspective of the wider commercial objectives.'
Key clients
- ADIA
- Atlas Hotels
Work highlights
Advised a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) in relation to the sale of its portfolio of 33 UK Marriott International hotels to a joint venture between KKR and The Baupost Group.
Practice head
Matthew Sims; Robert Forman; Richard Read
Other key lawyers
Will Hall; Richard Clark; Ross Polkinghorne