Burges Salmon LLP's practice, which is led by the 'outstanding' Richard Read, is highly regarded for its expertise in advising on high-value property portfolio management, as well as handling leasing, acquisitions and disposals. The team is well-versed in advising on large-scale project development matters, including mixed-use development projects, on a national scale. Read is a key practitioner for portfolio management mandates, while the 'excellent' Richard Clark has extensive experience in handling tenancy and corporate occupier matters. Philip Beer's workload includes redevelopment and regeneration projects; Ross Polkinghorne is active in investment cases; and Amy Simpson advises on procurement proceedings and infrastructure development matters.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is highly experienced, highly competent and excellent in communication with their clients.’
‘Richard Read is an outstanding partner. He is very commercial, very responsive and very considered in his advice and support during transactions.’
‘Deep subject matter knowledge and easily accessible.’
‘Ross Polkinghorne is solutions driven.’
Key clients
- Border to Coast
- GLA
- Tritax Big Box REIT
- Places for London
- YTL
- Linmere JV
- Translink
- LGPS Central
- Virgin Group
- Waitrose
- University of Bristol
- Bristol City Council
Work highlights
Advising GLA on redevelopment and regeneration projects.
Advising Tritax Big Box on matters concerning its £6.5bn portfolio.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Richard Read
Other key lawyers
Philip Beer; Richard Clark; Ross Polkinghorne; Amy Simpson