Hill Dickinson LLP remains a trusted adviser on property development, investment transactions, and matters across the logistics, retail and local authority sectors. The team recently strengthened its offering with the arrival of Mark Gaffney from Squire Patton Boggs in October 2024, adding significant experience in development and regeneration work. Team head Darren Hamer advises clients on property investments and portfolio management. Peter Winnard offers specialist expertise in structuring disposals, schemes and funding arrangements involving the public sector. Chris Johnston plays a key role in the firm’s banking-related work, providing vital property finance advice to a range of lender clients. Jon Pearson-Basudev also comes recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hill Dickinson excels in building long-term relationships. Their team is diverse, accessible, and consistently delivers high-quality legal advice. They’re responsive to queries and committed to strengthening client relationships.’
- ‘Jim Purves manages our relationship with fairness and honesty, always going the extra mile to maintain strong service delivery. Darren Hamer is exceptionally responsive and clear in his advice.'
- ‘Josh Pearson stands out as an incredibly talented, proactive and hardworking property solicitor. He consistently meets tight deadlines, manages expectations effectively, and provides thoughtful, commercial advice. His ability to steer complex deals while supporting all parties involved makes him a trusted partner we rely on time and again.’
- ‘Hill Dickinson is the best legal firm we’ve worked with – personal, hardworking, and collaborative. They treat every transaction as a team effort and consistently exceed expectations.’
Key clients
- Biz-Parks
- Blossom Iron Developments
- Brownfield Land Holdings
- Cityheart Developments
- Co-operative Group
- Cynergy Bank
- DHL
- Eliza Yard Developments
- EP Properties
- First-Step Group
- Flour Developments
- Fox Brothers Group
Work highlights
Advised Seneca Property on the acquisition of a significant Manchester City Centre office building.
Advised Northern Group on the acquisition of iconic Manchester City Centre buildings at 19 Spring Gardens and 76 King Street.
Advised EP Properties on the acquisition of the Digital World office complex at Media City in Salford Quays.
Lawyers
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Jon Pearson-Basudev
Practice head
Darren Hamer
Other key lawyers
Mark Gaffney; Jim Purves; Peter Winnard; Chris Johnston; Jon Pearson-Basudev; Rosie Edwards; Josh Pearson; Zara Saunders