Farrer & Co is a key advisor to private banks on complex residential property matters, with a practice noted for its ability to handle non-standard transactions such as auction sales and receivership issues. This specialist capability is part of a wider offering that covers high-value acquisitions, development, and refinancings for both residential and rural estates, all of which is overseen by practice head Hugh Wigzell. The practice’s seniority and strategic importance within the firm are further demonstrated by Laura Conduit, who heads the firm’s wider property department, and Laurie Horwood, who leverages his experience in high-value, complex work. The practice is further strengthened by Annabel Dean, who is the go-to for complex SPV deals and share purchase transactions, and Edmund Fetherston-Dilke, who is well-versed in both high-end residential and rural property matters.
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- ‘The individuals at Farrer & Co combine legal precision with commercial awareness and a calm authority, bringing clear judgement to every stage of the process. Laura Conduit is skilled at handling complexity and finding strategic solutions. Annabel Dean is thoughtful, responsive, and able to simplify complex matters. Edmund Fetherston-Dilke has significant experience with complex and rural property matters.'
- ‘When a transaction is complex, international, involves trust structures, or requires discretion, I turn to Farrer & Co. They are legally sharp and trusted, acting for my most distinguished clients. Their ability to handle nuance with calm authority sets them apart. Hugh Wigzell is astute and professional, while Laura Conduit is consistent and reliable. The wider team reflects this same standard: focused, discreet, and commercially sound.’
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Practice head
Hugh Wigzell
Other key lawyers
Laura Conduit; Laurie Horwood; Annabel Dean; Edmund Fetherston-Dilke