
Boyes Turner’s real estate team is a trusted adviser to offshore trusts, investors, charities, and lenders, regularly supporting clients across a broad spectrum of commercial property matters. The practice stands out for its expertise in commercial real estate transactions, secured lending arrangements, and managing investment portfolios. Practice head Nick Carter frequently advises prominent domestic and international clients on high-value transactions. Co-head William Nassau-Lake is a go-to contact for housebuilders, developers, landowners, and property traders, while Stella Perry has particular strength on the residential side. Mark Appleton is noted for his wide-ranging experience in property acquisitions and disposals.
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Testimonials
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‘The Boyes Turner team provide a very comprehensive legal service to cover all property requirements efficiently.’
‘Very responsive and commercially minded.’
‘William Nassau-Lake - very bright and able.’
'Responsive, hard working, detailed and highly capable.'
'William Nassau-Lake - has a balanced/commercial perspective. Reliable and dedicated.'
'Each person within the team can provide robust, meaningful advice.'
'Good technical ability and commercial/strategic focused advice.'
Key clients
- Lofthouse Residences Ltd
- Tarn Developments Holdings LLP
- Argosy Developments
- Ramboll
- Plymouth Brethren Christian Church
- 4th Dimension Limited
- Cancer Research
- Ericsson Group
- Guardian News & Media
- Redbee
Work highlights
Assisted Tarn Homes with the purchase of the 700-unit Mornings Mill Farm urban extension.
Assisted Westmede with the purchase of a major development site in Clapham.
Assisted 4th Dimension Limited with two subleases of adjoining warehouse units with a combined annual rent of over £1,150,000 (exclusive of VAT).
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Practice head
Nick Carter; William Nassau-Lake; Stella Perry
Other key lawyers
Mark Appleton