
Led by Lara Borrett-Lynch, the team at Foot Anstey routinely advises on development matters, and assists clients with the whole life cycle of a project. Key sector strengths include retail, telecoms and energy, and Borrett-Lynch is very experienced in handling affordable housing issues. The group is equally adept at assisting with Islamic finance work, a core area of instruction for Imam Qazi. Mark Li is a name to note for transactional work. Isabelle Clement joined the team in November 2024.
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Key clients
- Elements Green Trent Ltd
- Robert Hitchins Limited
- South Gloucestershire & Stroud College
- Direct Wines Limited
- Summerfield Developments
- Scotsgrove Holdings
- Bathurst Limited
- GPG Developments
- Dar Al Arkan Global UK Holdings Limited
- Gregory Distribution Limited
- Riyad Bank
- Blacksand
Work highlights
Advising Epic Systems, an American healthcare software company, on the acquisition and development of land in the greater Bristol area for the creation of a campus development.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head
Lara Borrett-Lynch
Other key lawyers
Imam Qazi; Kutahya Cherry; Mark Li; Isabelle Clement