
Forbes Solicitors has experience advising clients across the retail and leisure sectors on the full range of commercial property transactions. Richard Clithero is at the helm of the practice and is sought after for his expertise in handling high-value transactions and secured lending work, and Matthew Jones is the key contact for construction and development matters within the commercial property space. Danielle Leeming and Joanna Duston are noted for their capabilities in landlord and tenant cases. Andrew Wilkinson is a name to note.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Osma Kitchen & Bar Six By Nico
- Søstrene Grene
- Preston North End FC
- Brierley Homes
- Notre Homes
- McDermott Homes
- Senator Group
- James Hargreaves (Plumbers’ Merchants)
- Gafoor Poultry
- Wenea Services
- UK Limited Kepak Group
Work highlights
Acted for OSMA Kitchen & Bar on the acquisition of new flagship premises in a mixed-use scheme in Manchester.
Acted for Trust Inns Limited on its acquisition of the Roebuck Inn public house and brewery in Ashbourne, Derbyshire.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head
Richard Clithero
Other key lawyers
Matthew Jones; Andrew Wilkinson; Danielle Leeming; Joanna Duston
