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.'
- 'Lyndsey O'Connor takes the time to understand the client's business and all the intricacies of the business.'
- ‘The team members are approachable, easy to get hold of and quick to respond.'
- 'Happy to go the extra mile to assist on company matters.’
- 'Shoosmiths are a pleasure to work with. They understand the requirements of our business and deliver a high quality, professional yet personal service.'
Key clients
- Sigma Capital Group
- Leftfield Retail Limited
- Bellway Homes Limited
- UK PRS (Jersey) Holdings I Limited
- Ralph Lauren UK Limited
- Lovell Partnerships Limited
- Screwfix Direct Limited
- Housing Growth Partnership
- PWC as Administrators of Wilko Limited
- Morrison Community Care Group
- The PRS REIT Plc
- City Property Glasgow
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).
Acted for Housing Growth Partnership in forming a £150m venture with PLATFORM_ to deliver a 451-apartment BTR scheme in Leeds, with a gross development value of £150m.
Advising Morrison Community Care Group in connection with contracts for the purchase of sites, contracts for the sale of sites and the development financing of sites.
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