Department profile
Freeths LLP

Real Estate

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Freeths LLP

Rankings

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Real Estate - South West

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Freeths is recognised for its presence in local authority development work from its Bristol office. The lawyers are able to cover residential and mixed-use development projects as well as land acquisitions and portfolio management for clients in the energy and telecommunications sectors. The firm also offers capabilities in real estate finance and litigation.

Work Highlights

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  • Freeths provided ongoing advice to Cornwall Council regarding the Langarth Garden Village project, which involves the development of a new town with up to 4,000 homes.

Strengths

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  • They have a client-centric approach, prioritising the needs and goals of the client, offering tailored legal strategies and maintaining open communication that fostered a strong client relationship.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • The team are commercial and provide both sides of the story without overcomplicating the transaction.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • There is good coordination between senior managers in the different departments at Freeths.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • Freeths provide pragmatic but cost-effective advice.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • The lawyers are really collaborative; they bring different specialisms into play. All the lawyers come in with a positive mindset.

    Real Estate respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Duncan Tringham
    Band 2Duncan Tringham

    Duncan Tringham

    Duncan Tringham offers clients deep experience in development and regeneration projects, as well as property finance. He is also noted for his energy sector expertise and has extensive experience representing local authorities.

    • Duncan has been excellent. He is really responsive, supportive, and tuned in to the work and the innovative nature of it.

      Real Estate respondentUK

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