Recognised for its ‘bespoke service’, Addleshaw Goddard advises international corporations, institutional investors, and financial institutions on leasehold, rights of light, dilapidation, and joint venture disputes. The ’first class’ Frances Richardson anchors the property litigation practice and advises on contractual construction and rectification claims, in addition to insolvency disputes. Gregory Simms is a go-to for development and landlord and tenant disputes, Alison Oates handles telecoms and enfranchisement claims, and Beth Wilton is recommended for her work in relation to the Building Safety Act.
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Testimonials
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‘Wonderfully collaborative approach to determining the best outcome for the client. instant and bespoke service on a level that surpasses the magic circle.’
‘Frances Richardson is head and shoulders above any litigator I have worked with previously. Calm, measured and assured: truly first class. I couldn't speak more highly of her and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.’
‘The Addleshaw Goddard team are very responsive and offer clear solutions driven advice and action. They get the best outcome every time.’
‘Their knowledge and experience is both deep and wide. There has not been a scenario they have not been able to deal with effectively and timeously. They also do their research fully at the right time and they put together a very strong case, every time.’
‘The legal advice is well structured, response times adhere to a very tight deadline.’
‘The team would patiently listen to and understand client's enquiries and requests, then explain what needs to proceed thoroughly for client to make the right decisions/instructions.'
Key clients
- Standard Life Assurance Limited
- British Land
- Travelodge Hotels Limited
- Marks & Spencer
- Fortive Corporation
- Savills Investment Management
- Schroders
- Columbia Threadneedle
- Battersea Power Station Development Company
- Almcor (Coryton Asset Holding Limited)
Work highlights
Successfully secured vesting orders for Fluke Precision Measurement Limited in relation to its head office premises.
Advising Coryton Asset Holding Limited in relation to its strategy to obtain vacant possession of land and on development constrains for its billion-pound regeneration project at Coryton Oil Refinery site, including successfully obtaining possession orders in the High Court.
Acting for Maizelands Limited, Arringford Limited and Scottish Widows Unit Funds Limited in High Court litigation against Transport for Greater Manchester, in a dispute relating to substantial water ingress.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Gregory Simms
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alison Oates
Beth Wilton
Practice head
Frances Richardson
Other key lawyers
Gregory Simms; Alison Oates; Beth Wilton