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Irwin Mitchell

Real Estate

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Irwin Mitchell

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About

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A strong Real Estate practice with both general property and niche areas of expertise that is both well-regarded and well-recognised in local and regional markets. The team works seamlessly across our Southampton, Gatwick and Chichester offices and also draws upon the expertise of our wider network within Irwin Mitchell, which includes further real estate specialists, as well as finance, planning, construction and property dispute resolution teams. 

As part of the wider Irwin Mitchell Real Estate team, we are now one of the largest Real Estate teams in the country and have both a national resource and local expertise which dominates many other firms in the South.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - The South

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Irwin Mitchell specialises in all areas of commercial property, including development. The firm is particularly well versed in portfolio management and complex transactional work, and regularly advises investors on matters concerning both residential and mixed-use developments. It also has extensive knowledge of property finance and refinance. In addition, the team offers strength advising on social housing matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Irwin Mitchell advised EC1 Residences on the refinancing and subsequent proposed development sale of a 166-bed student accommodation asset in Islington.

Strengths

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  • The people here are pragmatic, commercial and driven. I can trust them to get on with the job.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • They are very efficient, incredibly knowledgeable and work quickly in liaising with clients.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • They have exceptional client management.

    Real Estate respondentUK
  • They are responsive and prompt in progressing projects.

    Real Estate respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Tina Webster
    Band 2Tina Webster

    Tina Webster

    Tina Webster has significant experience working on development matters. She is particularly adept at acting for clients in the education sector, notably for colleges.
    • Tina is brilliant on all aspects relating to the development world. She is a very good communicator and good at explaining complex issues.

      Real Estate respondentUK
    • Tina is great.

      Real Estate respondentUK
  • Band 3Guy Sackett
    Band 3Guy Sackett

    Guy Sackett

    Guy Sackett heads up the firm's real estate team in the South. He is experienced in acting on behalf of both commercial and residential developers.
    • He is an incredible and well-rounded professional. I trust Guy to provide the best service and advice.

      Real Estate respondentUK
    • Guy has the ability to think through complicated transactions and then distil them into layman's terms. He is committed and always available when I need him. He is a genuine pleasure to work with.

      Real Estate respondentUK
    • He is excellent.

      Real Estate respondentUK

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