The team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is led by David Savage and handles matters consisting of the redevelopment of shopping centres and hotels, as well advising on project development in the education and social care sectors. Savage acts on domestic and international matters. Steven Carey has strong knowledge of procurement strategies, Francis Ho is another key member of the team, who advises clients on construction matters in the hospitality and leisure sector, and Fiona Edmond has experience in the life sciences and data centre sectors. The team is further strengthened by Christopher Busaileh, who assists with the drafting and negotiation of construction documents.
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Key clients

  • Derwent London
  • St George Property Sarl
  • The Pirbright Institute
  • Royal Navy Museums
  • Kate Bingham Interior Design Limited
  • Vistry Group PLC
  • National Army Museum
  • Eton College
  • Church Commissioners for England
  • Howard de Walden Estates Limited
  • Bewley Homes PLC
  • Hollybrook

Work highlights

Advised a client on the full refurbishment of the K West Hotel - a 7 Storey, luxury hotel near Shepherds Bush, in relation to the procurement of the project, including drafting and negotiating all construction documents.
Advised the client on two new care home developments, including drafting and negotiating construction contracts.
Advising Derwent on the procurement of their next two major projects, Holden House and 50 Baker Street.

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

David Savage

Other key lawyers

Steven Carey; Francis Ho; Fiona Edmond; Christopher Busaileh