Taylor Walton LLP has a comprehensive commercial property offering, fielding particular capabilities in leasehold extension and enfranchisement work. Its client roster includes FTSE2050 and FTSE350 companies, property developers, public and private sector organisations, local authorities, and charities. Regarded as ‘knowledgeable and professional’, Luton-based head James Cottrell brings considerable expertise in development, site acquisitions, financing, property investment, and managing complex agreements, including option, promotion, and overage agreements. Dermot Carey leverages decades of experience in the field to advise on all aspects of commercial property law, while James Khakpour-Smith is a key port of call for landlord and tenant clients in property investment matters, ranging from financing to acquisitions, management, and sales.
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- ‘I have found every member of the Taylor Walton team exceptional to deal with. All communication has been productive and explained in layman’s terms where required. As a whole, the team are always ready and able to help.’
‘All the juniors or associates I have had the pleasure to meet and work with have done excellent work.’
‘TW provide a personal service, and they are always responsive and contactable by phone or email.'
‘I have dealt with Julma Begum on a number of occasions and have always found her to be responsive, reliable and very competent.’
‘Big enough firm to have experts in all the fields we require, but not so big that they can't offer that personal, friendly touch.’
‘99% of our work involves James Cottrell, Partner and Head of Commercial Property. We are in constant touch with James who deals with all our purchases, sales, lease renewals and any other property matters. James is very knowledgeable, professional and deals quickly with all matters. Also, a great communicator. Most importantly, James has become a good friend, which definitively enhances our working relationship.'
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Practice head
James Cottrell
Other key lawyers
Dermot Carey; James Khakpour-Smith; Julma Begum