Local authorities, educational bodies, local developers and major retailers form part of Clarion‘s varied client list. The team is well-versed in strategic disposals, residential development projects, real estate acquisitions, and property related secured lending transactions. Martin Grange heads the practice with his broad expertise in development related finance matters, while Lindsay Texel regularly assists landowners with the sale of their land. Ben Lamb is praised for his ’communication, attention to detail and commerciality’, Simon Mydlowski is noted for his knowledge of property finance, and Alison Batty's primary area of expertise is residential development.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘I have worked extensively with the real estate team at Clarion over many years and found them to provide advice of a consistently high standard. They provide excellent service and operate a refreshing can do attitude and a down to earth, common-sense approach.’
‘Always professional and proactive in their advice but accessible, approachable and friendly.’
‘Clarion is unique as I know that each person dealing with my matters will be fully on board with my goals and aims. the internal communication between the lawyers is excellent and they work well together to give a seamless service.’
‘Martin Grange is a standout partner - he understands the commercial needs of the business and ensures his team deliver the right advice in the right way to achieve this. Alison Batty and Sean Meehan deliver a first-class service and are approachable, available and proactive.’
‘Very personable and work as a team’
‘Ben Lamb - very interested and invested in the client.’
‘Excellent communication and a great willingness to understand the client.’
‘Ben Lamb is by far the best property lawyer I have worked with for over 30 years. His communication, attention to detail and commerciality apparent in every interaction we have together.’
Key clients
- Avant Homes Limited
- HSBC UK Bank plc
- The Ground Group Limited
- Frank Marshall Estates Limited
- Candelisa Limited
- Transwaste Limited
- Opus North
- Mott MacDonald
- Wolds Produce Limited
- N. Peal Limited
Work highlights
Advised GMI Holdings Limited on a Joint Venture scheme to promote and develop a £160M mixed use scheme in West Yorkshire.
Acting for Aldermore Bank plc on their largest ever lend of £47M.
Acting for KCH (Ashford) Ltd on the forward sale of a £66M PRS scheme in Ashford, Kent to a Canadian fund.
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.
Alison Batty
Practice head
Martin Grange
Other key lawyers
Lindsay Texel; Ben Lamb; Simon Mydlowski; Alison Batty; Sean Meehan