CMS’ corporate and commercial team boasts a strong record of advising domestic and international clients across the real estate and leisure sectors, with standout expertise in financial services transactions. Steering the practice is Howard Gill, who is a go-to for corporate real estate work with notable expertise in the hotel sector. Matthew Davies handles a broad range of matters across the retail, financial services, and TMT sectors, while James Crossman is highlighted for his experience in both national and international transactions.
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Key clients
- Far East Consortium International Limited
- Brightbay Real Estate Partners limited
- International Hotel Properties Limited
- Manchester Airport Group
- Select Property Group
- Spectrum Brands Group
- Assura Group plc
- Bibby Line Group Limited
- RBH Hotels Group Limited
- WSP UK Limited
- International Currency Exchange Limited
- Aldermore Bank PLC
Work highlights
Advising FTSE 250 listed Assura plc on both its £500 million acquisition of North West Healthcare Properties, and £250 million joint venture with Universities Superannuation Scheme.
Practice head
Howard Gill
Other key lawyers
Matthew Davies, James Crossman