Real Estate - North East
What the Team is Known For
Muckle is a regional heavyweight that acts for an impressive number of blue-chip clients, including corporate occupiers on property acquisition and regeneration projects. The Newcastle-based firm frequently assists developers with property sales and development matters, often involving sites in the industrial, residential and educational sectors. The firm is experienced in negotiating forward funding agreements and lease agreements. It also acts on portfolio management matters and represents borrowers in real estate finance matters.
Strengths
"Muckle has always been very diligent in carrying out its legal remit."
"Muckle has a strong team ethic and brings in the appropriate person when needed."
Work Highlights
Muckle acted for MRP Land on the acquisition of Liberty House, 76080 Hammersmith. This is a development site with a planning application for a 250-bed hotel, 200-bed later living and life science headquarters building.
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Combe heads the real estate group at Muckle and is highly regarded for his handling of development mandates. He frequently assists corporate clients and house builders with the acquisition of properties and development sites. "A very safe pair of experienced hands." "Jonathan provides excellent support to us in a number of disciplines, and identifies the appropriate colleague to take up tasks on our behalf."
James Armstrong is noted for his adept representation of developers in a range of real estate transactions. He additionally advises borrowers on real estate financing matters. "James is a first-rate lawyer and important to the smooth functioning of our business in legal matters."
Gail Bennett advises investors and corporate occupiers on portfolio management and property acquisitions. She can also assist clients with financing mandates. "Gail is a good commercial property lawyer."
Will McKay has a strong focus on development projects, assisting with acquisitions, forward funding and development management agreements. He advises on commercial and residential projects. "Will is very strong in all aspects."
Deborah Lazenby assists clients including hotel groups and housing associations with acquisitions, development financing and property portfolio management. "Deborah always hits deadlines and makes herself available anytime we need. She has great experience and provides solid advice even when it's advice we don't want to hear."