Shoosmiths‘ real estate team possesses 'very good industry knowledge and experience’, handling build-to-rent deals, commercial property purchases and real estate due diligence. Advising investors, developers and retailers, the practice contributes to large-scale residential, retail and industrial projects. The team is led by Barry McKeown, who is well-regarded for his abilities in development financing and corporate real estate support. The team is strengthened by the ’very knowledgeable’ Lyndsey O’Connor and Robin Mitchell, who is a commercial leasing specialist. Rachel Munro is another key name in the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Very good industry knowledge and experience. The communication is clear and timely.'
- 'Lyndsey O'Connor is very knowledgeable on property matters.'
Key clients
- Sigma Capital Group
- Leftfield Retail Limited
Work highlights
Advising UK PRS (Jersey) Holdings I Limited on the sale of a company which owns over 800 dwellings as part of a single-family housing build to rent fund by a joint venture between Gatehouse Investment Management and Sigma Capital Property Limited to Citra Living (now Lloyds Living).
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Barry McKeown
Other key lawyers
Robin Mitchell; Sheelagh Cooley; Lauren Miller; Lyndsey O'Connor; Rachel Munro