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Clarkslegal LLP

Real Estate

UK Guide 2026 : Thames Valley

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Clarkslegal LLP

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Provided by Clarkslegal LLP

Our experienced real estate lawyers are commercially focused providing pragmatic and proactive support to real estate assets and transactions.


Commercial Real Estate is often a long-term investment and we guide our clients through the process aiming to become integral to your team. We provide support to institutions, investors, property developers, occupiers, public sector bodies, charities and pension funds. We also provide specialist advice to large and varied operational and investment portfolios.
Our commercial real estate lawyers are also experienced in many sectors, including NHS and public bodies, food and restaurants, agricultural, franchising, leisure and retail and charities.
Our comprehensive expertise includes:
  • Buying and selling
  • Commercial lettings
  • Development
  • Landlord and Tenant Management Issues
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Environment
  • Construction
  • Planning

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Thames Valley

What the Team is Known For
Clarkslegal advises on major commercial and residential property transactions and development projects. The firm is also equipped to assist with complex investment and portfolio management matters. It regularly handles public sector work, including assisting education and healthcare clients. Its strong client base consists of notable regional and national organisations. The team has further strength in advising clients in the hotel and leisure sector.
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Work Highlights

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  • Clarkslegal advised Crown Packaging Manufacturing on ongoing portfolio management, recently assisting with the acquisition of a 29-acre site from Trebor Developments with total capital value exceeding £150 million.

Strengths

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  • They offer timely help and advice provided at a reasonable price. We have always received good service from them.

    Real Estate respondentUK

  • The department has excellent industry knowledge, good client relationship-building and good attention to detail. They always find a way to get the deal done.

    Real Estate respondentUK

  • I've always found their advice to be super reliable and thoughtful, always considering our business and what would work best for us. They are knowledgeable and able to communicate complex issues.

    Real Estate respondentUK

  • They are fantastic and there is a real element of trust there. The team provide good responsiveness and a good level of expertise.

    Real Estate respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Simon Ralphs
    Simon Ralphs

    Simon Ralphs

    Simon Ralphs is head of the Clarkslegal real estate team and splits his time between the firm's London and Reading offices. His practice sees him acting for clients within the retail and hospitality sectors, and he has significant experience in development and investment work.

    • Simon is a very responsive and straightforward lawyer. He is helpful for our daily operations.

      Real Estate respondentUK

    • I've always found Simon trustworthy, approachable and above all really professional in his approach.

      Real Estate respondentUK

    • He is always a pleasure to deal with.

      Real Estate respondentUK

    • Simon is an excellent solicitor and my go-to recommendation.

      Real Estate respondentUK
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