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Charles Russell Speechlys

Real Estate

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Charles Russell Speechlys

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Our Real Estate sector is central to Charles Russell Speechlys. Our key focus areas are:

Private Wealth: We work alongside our Private Wealth team to guide and provide advice on our clients’ real estate transactions, particularly where they are not familiar with UK practices. We also advise a large number of international clients investing in the UK.

Corporate Real Estate: We act for well-known and niche institutional developers, investors, property companies and urban estates. The scale of our resource means we have the ability to service their small as well as their most significant transactions. Our dedicated tenant team support commercial occupiers in their acquisition of offices.

Regeneration: Our regeneration practice leads the contractual elements of some of the largest and most complex mixed use schemes in the country. We have particular expertise on Joint Venture and Partnership arrangements of all types.

Sports/Leisure/Retail/Food & Beverage: We act for well-known national and international occupiers in these sectors, working in specialist groups to provide our clients with every aspect of legal advice required.

Planning: Our planning team provides advice on planning and infrastructure agreements, large scale planning inquiries, enforcement disputes and court proceedings, together with strategic advice to clients on large scale developments and on the use of compulsory purchase, and other public law powers.

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Real Estate - The South

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
Charles Russell Speechlys has a well-regarded team with extensive expertise in corporate occupier matters. The firm represents various clients in the charity, home builder and retail sectors. It is also equipped with a strong knowledge of the energy sector, assisting with lease work and other negotiations. The team's clients that benefit from its healthcare property knowledge include pharmacies and care home owners.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Ingrid Saffin
    Band 4Ingrid Saffin

    Ingrid Saffin

    Ingrid Saffin has a broad practice advising clients from a wide array of sectors including commercial, healthcare, energy and charities. She often assists with acquisitions, portfolio management, strategic advice and other matters.

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The South

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