Operating out of Guildford, Stevens & Bolton LLP’s commercial property team frequently advises on matters concerning individual premises and office portfolios. Andrew Steele leads the team and is noted for his broad experience in development, investment, funding, and occupier work. Alex Watt has deep knowledge of development and regeneration issues, particularly complex option and promotion structures. Alice Donzelot is also noted for her specialism in the acquisitions and disposals of investment properties and asset management matters, and Joanne Purnell was promoted to partner in April 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘Very good strength in depth, as well as being great people to deal with.’
‘The team are very responsive and access to the partner is always exceptional. This year we used S&B less than in previous years, but are always treated as a valued client. We have a lot of faith in the team and with a busier 2025 planned, we expect to utilise their expertise to a greater degree this coming year.’
‘Alex Watt makes himself available and gives us clear and commercial advice. Where the matter is outside his area of expertise, he has trusted colleagues to call on, and we have always found them to be knowledgeable.’
‘Great partner availability and legal expertise, turn work around quickly and keep you updated. ’
‘Ian Craig - always available and communicating. Great legal knowledge and deal management. Unflappable.'
Key clients
- Boundary Real Estate Partners
- International Schools Partnership
- Samsung Electronics UK
- BOC Limited
- Caravan and Motorhome Club
- Kia UK Ltd
- Emirates
- Bunzl
- Telefonica Tech
- Hambridge Limited
Work highlights
Acted for the International Schools Partnership on an agreement for a lease of part of a floor in office premises in Wimbledon.
Advising BOC on a tripartite forward funding agreement which provided a new facility for the client and covered its relocation from the existing site.
Acted for a landlord (a group company of a major national property investor with approximately £1bn of total assets) in a regeneration project with a community focus.
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
Andrew Steele
Other key lawyers
Alex Watt; Ian Craig; Joanne Purnell; Alice Donzelot