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Boodle Hatfield LLP

Real Estate: High Value Residential

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : London (Firms)


Boodle Hatfield LLP

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Boodle Hatfield's residential property team advises clients on the sale and purchase of prime London and “trophy” property and manages the residential portfolios of major landed estates. Clients include UK and international individuals, companies, executors, trustees and private banks. The practice, including two fluent Arabic speaking Partners, advises international and Middle Eastern clients on the purchase of new homes, investment in residential property portfolios, off plan development projects, financing purchases and refinancing existing investments.

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Real Estate: High Value Residential - London (Firms)

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Boodle Hatfield regularly works with high net worth and ultra high net worth clients on major residential property deals in central London.

Strengths

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  • Boodle Hatfield were incredibly knowledgeable about Prime Central London and highly experienced in acting for high net worth clients, providing reassurance and confidence throughout the process without ever coming across as pushy. Most importantly, their experience with this calibre of property, combined with their tone and the manner in which every message and enquiry was delivered, ensured clear, effective communication with my clients at all times.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Boodle Hatfield's impressive knowledge, solution-driven approach and speed at which they react and respond are second to none. They also have such depth within the firm's offering that I have no hesitation in trusting any member of their team to deliver for my ultra high net worth clients.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Boodle Hatfield is extremely attentive; their due diligence and reporting are done in a very timely manner. They also work brilliantly as a team. The individuals at Boodle Hatfield have a brilliant understanding of the law and also show a lot of emotional intelligence with clients and navigating the emotive ground of buying a home.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Boodle Hatfield are exceptionally responsive and effective. Most of our transactions are complex and sophisticated, and they are all managed beautifully.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Boodle Hatfield are highly competent in handling complex and sophisticated matters in relation to international clients purchasing UK property. They know the London Prime Central property market extremely well, understand the challenges of international clients looking to expand their UK footprint and know how to help them navigate through the legal process.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Edward Allan
    Band 1Edward Allan

    Edward Allan

    Edward Allan has a reputation for offering a premium service to clients in prime central London property transactions.
    • Edward is an exceptional lawyer. He is extremely hard-working and a brilliant communicator. I have no hesitation in recommending him to clients. Edward also has high emotional intelligence, which not only benefits his clients but also helps when reporting. He is particular and hugely knowledgeable in all aspects of property and contract law. Edward also works with very respected professional advisors in the property sector, who also work to Edward's very high standards.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Edward has always provided an amazing service to our clients. He is always available out of hours and is extremely thorough and able to clearly advise clients and us. We would never hesitate to recommend him.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Edward is a delight to work with. He is responsive, knowledgeable, and has a very can-do attitude. He has been instrumental in many transactions we have worked on and assisted all parties on achieving the desired outcome. I whole-heartedly recommend him to clients, especially ultra high net worth clients, because of his client care and sophistication.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Ed Allan, the lead partner, is first-class from the get-go. He's extremely responsive, speedy, knowledgeable, friendly and accessible. He offers a first-class service. My clients tell me this too, and solicitors on the other side.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • I cannot speak highly enough of Edward's approach and experience. He is consistently calm and handles every client and situation with care, always working to find solutions that satisfy and prioritise his clients.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Saskia Arthur
    Band 1Saskia Arthur

    Saskia Arthur

    Saskia Arthur has a superb reputation for her work on major property deals.
    • Saskia is very user-friendly. She is always contactable and always puts the client first – and myself as well. We build a team together, and she has a wider team around her for tax, immigration and other questions.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Saskia is amazing. She is one of our preferred property partners, and the clients like her a lot. She's incredibly knowledgeable, and understands complex clients and complex requirements. The property she worked on is a new development in London. She also has a good understanding of international clients.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Saskia is plain speaking and easy to get a hold of. We have a good working relationship. She's not adversarial, and she protects her client very well.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 3Reem Al-Jumaily
    Band 3Reem Al-Jumaily

    Reem Al-Jumaily

    Reem Al-Jumaily advises high net worth clients on complex sale and purchases of prime residential properties in London.

    • Reem has been excellent in what was one of the most challenging residential transactions in my career. She has manoeuvred expertly through all the challenges and has remained always reachable and in contact with all parties involved.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Reem is a professional lawyer who is an expert in the field of handling residential transactions.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • It's always a pleasure to work with Reem on cases; she has great communication and is very efficient.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • I have worked with Reem Al-Jumaily for over a decade, and she has acted for several of my clients on a variety of Prime Central London property transactions. Reem's advice is invaluable, and her service superb. Her knowledge of the law and of international clients is exceptional and she knows how to navigate and find solutions to even the most complex of cases. Reem has true vision and commercial awareness to get transactions moving and over the line, whilst keeping clients' best interests front and center. Reem has everyone's trust and is a pleasure to work with.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 3Shaima Jillood
    Band 3Shaima Jillood

    Shaima Jillood

    Shaima Jillood is a partner in the residential team, advising international high net worth and ultra high net worth clients on complex residential investments and sales – particularly for new builds. She is well regarded for her client base in Middle Eastern jurisdictions.

    • Shaima is very knowledgeable and supportive. She's great to work with.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Shaima is simply amazing!

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Shaima is a pleasure to work with, and I would happily introduce her to any client needing a residential lawyer.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 3Simon Kerrigan
    Band 3Simon Kerrigan

    Simon Kerrigan

    Simon Kerrigan is highly regarded in the London market, and sources note that he is particularly good on enfranchisement matters.
    • Simon was very good at lease enfranchisement.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

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