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Blandy & Blandy

Real Estate: up to £10 million

UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley

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Blandy & Blandy

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One of the leading Commercial Property teams in the Thames Valley and a multi-award winning team in the region. Advises on acquisitions and disposals, secured lending and property finance, commercial leases and other landlord and tenant matters.

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Real Estate: up to £10 million - Thames Valley

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Blandy & Blandy has a strong Reading-based team that advises on a full range of corporate property matters. It is experienced in property transactions including sales, acquisitions and leases as well as in relation to major residential development projects. The team also possesses expertise in real estate financing work, including secured loans and mitigating tax risks. Its clients include UK corporates, small businesses and not-for-profit organisations, as well as acting for on-site filming studio providers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Blandy & Blandy advised Reading Borough Council on the disposal of a high-profile development site in Reading town centre. The transaction was important as it secured the future of a well-known landmark mural as well as providing additional housing and a community space.

Strengths

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  • We appreciate the very quick turnaround time on issues and that matters are always clearly explained in an uncomplicated manner.

    Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

  • The department's strengths include attention to detail, balanced advice and ability to work to deadlines.

    Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

  • They have a good range of experts who offer a one-stop for legal advice.

    Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

  • The firm is reliable and good value for money. They are really highly regarded.

    Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Katja Wigham
    Katja Wigham

    Katja Wigham

    Katja Wigham leads the firm's commercial real estate offering. She advises corporate groups, charities and education sector clients on property sales and acquisitions, as well as landlord and tenant matters.

    • Katja is reliable and possesses strong, commercial knowledge.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • We have been very pleased with the professional, comprehensive service provided by Katja.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • She provides excellent customer service and very clear guidance.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • Katja is really personable. She has a good commercial sense and knows her stuff.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK
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  • Jane Gunnell
    Jane Gunnell

    Jane Gunnell

    Jane Gunnell is a consultant to the firm's commercial property team. She is recognised for her work advising developers and landowners on acquisitions and sales.

    • Jane is very experienced in all matters related to client and case management. She is a pleasure to work with.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • Jane is very good.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK
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  • John Dingle
    John Dingle

    John Dingle

    John Dingle is praised for his vast expertise in property law. He often advises clients on land acquisitions, leases, and sales and purchases of both freehold and leasehold property.

    • John is very responsive, practical and will do everything from small to large. He is a good technical lawyer.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • He is sensible and helps get things through.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK

    • John is really personable and commercial. He knows his stuff.

      Real Estate: up to £10 million respondentUK
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