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Lawrence Stephens

Real Estate: High Value Residential

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Lawrence Stephens

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Real Estate: High Value Residential - London (Firms)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Lawrence Stephens has a strong practice, frequently managing residential property transactions in London for affluent clients.

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Strengths

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  • The individuals at Lawrence Stephens are experts in their respective fields and they have a very consultative approach to ensure that a subject matter expert is involved to get deals done smoothly.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

  • What distinguishes Lawrence Stephens is the level of care and attention they give to each matter, combined with consistently clear and proactive communication. They take the time to understand the wider context of each transaction, not just the legal aspects, and are highly responsive to both clients and professional counterparts. Their approach is practical and solutions-focused, with a genuine effort to keep all parties informed and transactions moving, particularly on time-sensitive matters. This level of engagement and communication sets them apart from many others in the industry.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Lawrence Stephens stands out for being exceptionally responsive, proactive and efficient, particularly under tight deadlines. Communication is consistently clear and timely, and the team provides practical, commercially focused advice that makes decision-making straightforward. Everyone we dealt with was professional, approachable and genuinely supportive, creating a smooth and stress-free experience from start to finish.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

  • The team at Lawrence Stephens embraces innovation and modern working practices, using technology intelligently to streamline processes and improve client experience. Above all, they take genuine ownership of each matter, acting as true partners in the transaction and providing a level of personal attention, commitment and reliability that is rare in the market. This blend of expertise, efficiency and client‑centred service makes them a standout practice within the industry.

    Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Lawrence Stephens prioritised understanding client needs, resulting in tailored solutions that truly resonate. This commitment to client satisfaction builds long-lasting relationships and fosters loyalty. Their firm boasts a wealth of knowledge and experience. This expertise enables us to tackle complex challenges effectively and with confidence.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Goli-Michelle Banan
    Goli-Michelle Banan

    Goli-Michelle Banan

    Goli-Michelle Banan heads the residential property team at Lawrence Stephens. She has a portfolio of transactions for international high net worth individuals, particularly on the purchasing side for private clients.

    • Goli-Michelle is a breath of fresh air. She knows her subject matter incredibly well, but can translate this to those with far less legal expertise to ensure that matters are understood and the client feels well advised.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Goli-Michelle is very knowledgeable and knows what she's doing. She's taken on much more of a leadership role but historically she was always down to get with the details – the nitty-gritty. She made sure something was clean.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Goli-Michelle is excellent. She's protective of us but pragmatic in getting solutions.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Goli-Michelle has always been my go-to solicitor and is very professional and commercial.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Aaron Rajan
    Aaron Rajan

    Aaron Rajan

    Aaron focuses on prime residential property transactions, with experience handling high-value transactions involving multiple parties and jurisdictions.

    • What truly distinguishes Aaron is his commercial awareness and forward‑looking mindset; he understands the realities and pressures of the market, anticipates challenges before they arise and aligns his advice with the client’s strategic objectives rather than simply the legal position. His blend of legal excellence, commercial maturity and proactive client care makes him an invaluable adviser and one of the standout performers in the industry.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Aaron Rajan consistently delivers an exceptional standard of client service, characterised by his responsiveness, clarity of communication and unwavering commitment to driving matters forward. He brings a calm, solutions‑focused approach to every transaction, ensuring clients feel supported, informed and prioritised throughout. His level of sophistication is evident in his deep technical understanding of residential conveyancing, his ability to navigate complex title and structural issues, and his skill in simplifying intricate legal elements into clear, practical guidance.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Aaron is fast, efficient and consistently available throughout. He was proactive at every stage and always able to advise when we needed to make important judgement calls, making the entire process stress-free. He also provided a clear and concise pre-purchase summary, and in many years of purchasing we have never received such an effective document. He's personable, approachable and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • I've dealt with Aaron on multiple occasions. He's ultra responsive, always happy to explain the process to myself and offers a high level of service to both sellers and buyers. I will continue to refer Aaron to all my clients moving forward.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth

    • I find Aaron to be an impressive associate. He has good communication skills, navigates complicated issues, takes a pragmatic approach and protects clients' interests.

      Real Estate: High Value Residential respondentHigh Net Worth
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