Wilkin Chapman Rollits houses a commercial property team praised for its ‘excellent technical knowledge’, handling a broad array of commercial matters including title reviews, licence and lease negotiations, in addition to corporate deals and secured lending issues. David Hextall leads the team alongside Sophie Wheeldon, with both routinely advising on leasehold and freehold transactions and corporate support matters. Ruth Maltby-Sinkler is a key name for business leases. Former practice head Chris Crystal left the firm at the end of 2023.
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‘Ruth Maltby Sinkler is a pleasure to work with and a great communicator.’
‘The people to the firm are key, with the strong culture and track record vital in obtaining new clients. They are a large team in the city that everybody has heard of.’
‘Good profile, answerable and present. Informative individuals who do not shy away from the difficulties faced during transactions and always on hand to phone calls and emails.’
‘Rollits act for us on a large number and wide range of property matters. They are quick to respond, have excellent technical knowledge and provide solid advice. They have used technology to provide a data room for all of our property matters which is an excellent resource complementing our own systems.’
‘Sophie Wheeldon is the lead partner for the majority of our work. Sophie is extremely attentive to detail, very responsive and excellent to deal with. Sophie has acted for us on an extensive range of property matters and we are always impressed by her sound advice and technical knowledge.’
‘Sophie Wheeldon is a very organised and proficient solicitor taking great pride in her work. Her knowledge and aptitude for work has and continues to underpin our property objectives. Sophie provides clear and concise guidance and is always available when required.’
‘The firm has a breadth diversity of specialisms in both traditional commercial and agricultural work, whereby turnaround deadlines can be met.’
‘Libby Clarkson is very efficient, offering clear and practical advice.’
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
David Hextall; Sophie Wheeldon
Other key lawyers
Ruth Maltby-Sinkler; Libby Clarkson