Led by Patrick Duffy, Shoosmiths LLP is a standout player in residential development, acting for housebuilders, promoters, providers, and landowners. Andrew Pattinson is noted for his expertise in student accommodation schemes, while Ruth Clare handles high-value commercial acquisitions, disposals and funding work. Peter Marsden brings in-house insight from the housebuilding sector, further strengthening the firm’s development credentials.
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Testimonials
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‘Excellent technical knowledge applied in a pragmatic and commercial way. Very responsive and collaborative.’
‘Team led by partner Patrick Duffy including legal director Emma Tonge. A close team, each of whom is able to step in when needed on any matter to provide a consistent level of service.'
‘Ruth Clare and her entire team have a wealth of experience and knowledge ready to serve up in quality brief reports where required.'
‘Ruth Clare and team will go the extra mile to ensure any property transaction meets our deadlines.'
Key clients
- Vue Cinemas
- Taylor Wimpey
- Lovell Partnership
- Gleeson Homes
- EG Group
- Ralph Lauren
- Allied London
- Estee Lauder Cosmetics
- Lend Lease Residential
- Muse Developments
- Select Property Group
- XPO
Work highlights
Acting for Henderson Park on all real estate aspects of a speculative logistics development.
Acting for Cole Waterhouse on the development funding of Upper Trinity Street, Digbeth.
Acting for Landmark Space on acquisition of 22,000 sq ft of space in central London.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Patrick Duffy
Other key lawyers
Andrew Pattinson; Ruth Clare; Peter Marsden; Kirsty Chalkley; Emma Tonge; Vanessa Rickard; Anna Lowe; William Sanderson