Cripps acts for local authorities, government departments and utility providers, assisting with the development and management of housing, water and education assets, while also assisting clients with procurement processes and employment tribunals. Leadership of the practice is split between James Lee, a construction expert who also handles procurement aspects of major projects, planning specialist Beth Gascoyne and James Clewlow, who acts for housing associations and construction companies in relation to construction projects and acquisitions. Miles Paffard is an expert in property disputes, while healthcare matters are the domain of Holly Goacher, who focuses on the acquisition and disposal, and financing of retail pharmacies.
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‘The accessibility of the team is unique.’
‘Bold, friendly approach.’
'Cripps has an enviable reputation in the market in which I transact. The have a large team of people who are well regarded in the sector. I have completed more deals with them than any other law firm in the country.'
'I frequently deal with James Clewlow and Holly Goacher. I find them both to be easily accessible when needed and good communicators - a team that looks for solutions rather than problems when getting deals completed.'
Key clients
- Home Office
- Crawley Borough Council
- Canterbury Christ Church University
- Ashford Borough Council
- Eastbourne Borough Council
- Runnymede Borough Council
- Sevenoaks District Council
- Slough Borough Council
- Lewes District Council
- South East Water
- Town and Country Housing
- University of Kent
Work highlights
Advising Sevenoaks District Council on planning matters in connection with the development of Sevenoaks Quarry.
Advising on asset management matters for Runnymede Borough Council’s development of Egham town centre.
Advising South East Water on all elements of its property work, planning advice and construction contracts, including on their projects for the upgrade and maintenance of their water treatment works, main pipes, reservoirs, boreholes, pipework, drainage systems and other infrastructure.
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
James Lee; Beth Gascoyne; James Clewlow
Other key lawyers
Holly Goacher; Miles Paffard