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Baker McKenzie

Real Estate: £150 million and above

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Baker McKenzie's Real Estate group assists institutional and private equity investors, multinationals, banks, hotels and REITS with all of their global real estate needs, from buying, selling and leasing property to financing and constructing major projects. As a one-stop shop for real estate legal services across key markets, we develop world-class transactional strategies, provide corporate real estate services, and advise on global data center real estate development and management.




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Real Estate: £150 million and above - London (Firms)

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie can offer clients the benefit of a full-service real estate practice with international capabilities. The firm acts for an enviable list of blue-chip clients, including prominent corporate occupiers, in sectors including hospitality and retail. It regularly handles commercial leasing and asset investment transactions, and is also adept at providing real estate due diligence on major corporate transactions. The group has further strength in site acquisition and funding for large-scale development and regeneration projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie represented Pennine House, owners of property on Well Street, Bradford in a judicial review challenge to Bradford council's decision to de-pedestrianise Well Street.

Strengths

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  • Not only do Baker McKenzie provide impeccable and complete legal advice but they also consider the commercial nature, and this comes from great experience and understanding the needs of their clients.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

  • Baker McKenzie have an extremely proactive, multidisciplinary team to assist in the acquisition process and are extremely experienced and knowledgeable on all areas of real estate and construction.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

  • Their expertise and knowledge is extremely good. The team are responsive and available.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

  • They have been really, really good and are always available. They always respond and manage expectations and are very concise with their advice, which is clear and to the point.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

  • They provide a flexible and tailored service to suit time and requirements of the work instructed. They bring value to us in their efficient delivery of work.

    Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Justin Salkeld
    Justin Salkeld

    Justin Salkeld

    Justin Salkeld has considerable knowledge of the real estate investment market and is often sought after by clients to assist with disposals and acquisitions of individual assets and property portfolios. He also has complementary expertise in the real estate finance aspects of large development and investment deals.

    • Justin has been an excellent adviser. His deep knowledge of UK construction law, combined with a practical and commercially aware approach, has made him a trusted point of contact for us.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

    • Justin is very impressive. His experience ensures he gives the exact advice you want. Commercial awareness is what makes him a great lawyer as he has impeccable understanding of clients' situations.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
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  • Ben Farnell
    Ben Farnell

    Ben Farnell

    Ben Farnell is often seen representing clients regarding complex real estate development work, acquisitions and joint ventures, with a particular niche regarding data centres.

    • Ben is a great lawyer to work with.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

    • Ben is very approachable and down to earth. He makes clear what market practices and norms are.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

    • Ben is a great person to have onside. He is always the calm person in the room, but never underestimated.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

    • Ben is experienced and to the point.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK

    • Ben is extremely experienced, knowledgeable and makes himself available to ensure time-critical issues are resolved throughout the acquisition process.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
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  • Stefanie Price
    Stefanie Price

    Stefanie Price

    Stefanie Price handles high-value real estate transactions for clients including investors and high-profile corporate occupiers. She has notable experience in a range of asset classes, including student accommodation, prime office space and logistics sites.

    • Stefanie is a great lawyer with wide experience across all sectors of real estate.

      Real Estate: £150 million and above respondentUK
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