JMW Solicitors LLP boasts a dynamic commercial property team that is particularly experienced in development and land promotion agreements, representing landowners, developers, promoters and end users alike. Co-chair Thomas Pearson is noted for his expertise in development work across the healthcare, residential and retail sectors. Fellow co-chair Majid Mahmood handles a broad range of matters, including landlord and tenant issues, site acquisitions, disposals and development projects. David Frankland continues to support blue-chip companies and listed developers on high-value and business-critical transactions.
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Testimonials
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- 'I can't recommend them highly enough. From the outset, the team provided exceptional service with professionalism, care, and expertise. What stood out the most was their down-to-earth approach. They took the time to fully understand our business situation and have always explained everything in clear, simple terms, which makes the whole process of completing a transaction must simpler and efficient.'
- 'Simon Maddox is the lead partner at the firm for all our business. I can confidently say that his expertise and dedication are second to none.'
- 'David Frankland is the standout performer in their team.'
- ‘Always at the end of the phone. Quick to reply and prompt with whatever work we give them.’
- ‘I trust the advice given by Majid Mahmood and his team to be in our best interest at all times. I also trust the knowledge that he has from his years in law to be well-rounded and comprehensive.’
- 'Large team, experienced in all areas.'
Key clients
- Greene King
- Cityfibre
- Barnfield Construction
- B&B Hotels
- Blackacre
- UK Resorts
- Grafton Land & Property
- Blueoak Estates
- Northhold Group
- Collaborate Living
- Boutique Hotel Group
- Brookhouse Group
Work highlights
Advising Blackacre on the production, negotiation and exchange of various development agreements.
Acting for Greene King on a range of development, asset and business purchases.
Acting for CityFibre on its acquisition of fibre exchange development sites.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Thomas Pearson; Majid Mahmood
Other key lawyers
David Frankland; Simon Maddox; Paul Burton; Peter Chape; Robin Sharp; Will Garnett; Arti Dawar