DEPARTMENT PROFILE

Birketts LLP

Real Estate

5 ranked lawyers

Band 1

East Anglia

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What the team is known for

Strong regional team well known for its established practice in the area. Respected for its considerable experience working with both public and private sector clients on high-value residential and commercial developments and acquisitions, with additional specialisation in strategic land schemes. Frequently involved in property transactions relating to the utilities, pharmaceutical, ecclesiastical and retail sectors. Also able to advise on property finance matters.

Strengths

One client remarks: "Birketts show flexibility, pragmatism and dedication to getting the job done within a set timeframe. The team are excellent at highlighting risks and showing a way to work through them."

Work highlights

Advised M7 Real Estate on the acquisition of a portfolio of office buildings across the UK.

Notable practitioners

Chris Schwer acts for residential and commercial property developers on land acquisitions and joint venture agreements, with further strength in portfolio management matters.
"He is straightforward, easy to work with and has a good understanding of our business and objectives."

Grace Kerr advises on acquisitions, disposals and property management matters. She also acts for landowners on joint ventures and collaboration agreements.
"She is a really dynamic and pragmatic lawyer."

Kath Herbert advises on development-related matters, such as land transactions, promotion agreements and collaboration agreements, acting for landowners and developers.
"She is incredibly bright, incredibly conscientious and absolutely has the client's best interest at heart."

Melissa Loucas acts for research institutes and healthcare clients on commercial real estate matters, including lease and construction agreements.

Stuart Raven acts for local authorities, motorway services and property developers on lease agreements, land transactions and mixed-use development projects.
"He is very thorough, diligent and has excellent experience."

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Overview

We have one of the best regarded and largest dedicated property teams within any firm outside London, numbering over 100 specialists.

It is involved with all aspects of the construction and property industry and our work ranges from handling specific property and related transactions to advising on the property issues that arise in commercial transactions.

Our property lawyers are particularly experienced in dealing with development and investment, planning, secured lending, landlord and tenant, agricultural and residential property matters.

Commercial real estate acquisitions are often dealt with in the broader context of major transactions such as company acquisitions or re-organisations. Our team works closely with the firm's specialist corporate team to ensure that our clients are given the best possible advice appropriate to each transaction.

Our lawyers come from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, other major national and regional firms, industry and local government and include individuals with construction, planning and commercial expertise. The depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions on cost effective terms, providing our clients with true value for money.