CMS‘ real estate disputes team in Sheffield acts for a varied roster of commercial landlords and tenants across the UK and leverages wider expertise in the firm’s telecoms, logistics, insolvency and technology teams. The group has been notably active in option disputes and development issues, and asset management-related matters. Simone Ketchell leads the group and focuses on development disputes, while Martin Garner is increasingly active in telecoms disputes.
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Testimonials
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- 'I value the teams practical and commercial approach to difficult situations, they look beyond the immediate issues to the end goal. Providing clear sensible advice to reach amicable and advantageous results.'
- 'The CMS team are extremely knowledgeable on matters dealing with the Electronic Communications Code and have carved out a niche for themselves in this market.'
- 'CMS’ Property Litigation team is a leading firm due to its expertise, strategic thinking, and commitment to providing the best advice, while being commercial.'
- 'Martin Gardner is outstanding. Immense down to earth charm, with a stellar intellect. I never hesitate to recommend him. A giant killer!'
- 'Edward Gamble has excellent knowledge of litigation and disputes and is always up to date with legal matters and relevant case law. He combines his expertise with our client requirements to give the most effective advice to resolve a situation.'
- 'Martin Garner and his team are commercial with their advice - knowing the balance of how much a negotiation can be pushed. The team are willing to take on feedback and adapt their advice to the audience.'
Key clients
- Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Limited / Argos
- Aberdeen Standard Investments
- Columbia Threadneedle Investments
- CBRE Global Investors
- New River
- SEGRO Group
- Mileway
- The Crown Estate
- Landsec
- BBC Pension Trust
- Hammerson
- Costco
Work highlights
Acting on the £1bn Crown Estate regional portfolio providing both routine asset management advice and strategic advice.
Acting in the Building Safety Act 2022 claims including advising on high-profile building cladding claims.
Practice head
Simone Ketchell
Other key lawyers
Martin Garner; Sarah Pope; Edward Gamble