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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- ‘I have dealt with Laura Conduit from the time she was newly qualified to now being head of residential, and I am consistently impressed by her 'no-nonsense' approach to transactions.’
- ‘I have worked with Farrer & Co for 20 years. They have a strong and diverse team at all levels. I find their attention to detail and diligent approach to be a key strength, which matches my own approach to matters. They are responsive to points raised in my survey reports and will strive to obtain the further information requested.’
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Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Hugh Wigzell
Other key lawyers
Laura Conduit; Laurie Horwood; Annabel Dean; Edmund Fetherston-Dilke