Shoosmiths LLP’s real estate finance practice is a key advisor to banks and institutional lenders on a range of UK-wide mandates. The practice is led by Liz Sweeney, who oversees the team from both Manchester and London. The team’s strong capabilities are demonstrated by its key practitioners: Chris Mills is a go-to for major institutional lenders, including leading investment banks, while James Spencer brings specialist expertise in non-bank loan agency and servicing. James Salford joined the team in April 2025.
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Key clients
- HSBC UK Bank Plc Housing Growth Partnership Renaker AIB Group (UK) p.l.c. National Westminster Bank Plc Aviva Investors Invesco Real Estate Verdant Regeneration Limited Leah-Marie Smith and Laura Taylor Cinnamon Care Homes Investec Bank plc CBRE Loan Services Limited Oxane Partners Limited
Work highlights
Advised HSBC UK Bank plc on the amendment and restatement of a £275m revolving and term facilities agreement with Soho Estates Holdings Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Liz Sweeney
Other key lawyers
Chris Mills; James Spencer; James Salford