Latham & Watkins (London) LLP provides a balanced service to both lenders and borrowers, acting for a wide range of investment banks and alternative asset managers on complex real estate financing matters. Quentin Gwyer‘s practice includes advising major corporate borrowers on long-term ground rent financings. Further expertise is provided by James Beeson, who is skilled in handling sale and leaseback transactions and development financings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are very good at being a trusted partner and understanding our needs.'
- ‘James Beeson's drafting is exceptional.'
- ‘High quality and very hard working team. You can leave the team to get on with the deal and trust their judgement.’
- 'Latham as a firm is well rounded and is about to support a strategy which pursues a wide range of transactions. Their partners across different teams are collaborative. Excellent in terms of managing fees and budget. From what I can see, a diverse bench of partners and associates.'
Key clients
- Barclays Bank
- Brookfield
- Asda
- TDR Capital
- AllianceBernstein
- Ares Management
- Digital Realty
- Ashkenazy Acquisition Corporation
- Deutsche Bank
- Aermont Capital
- Partners Group
- Blackstone Infrastructure Partners
Work highlights
Advising the British supermarket chain, ASDA, as borrower on its ground rent financing.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Other key lawyers
Quentin Gwyer; James Beeson