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Real Estate Finance - UK-wide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Simmons & Simmons has a skilled team of industry experts with links to key financial institutions, debt funds and private equity funds. The firm demonstrates an impressive knowledge of finance documentation and lending transactions. It acts on financing transactions pertaining to a wide array of development projects including retail, housing and office properties. The team has a notable capital markets practice which bolsters the real estate finance group. It is able to handle international matters, supported by a global network of offices.

Work Highlights

  • Simmons & Simmons acted for Societe Generale on its £68.4 million financing of the development by a Greystar/ADIA joint venture vehicle of a 182-unit build-to-rent residential property at Stratford Mill in the Olympic Park in London.

Strengths

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Simmons & Simmons are really responsive, and having European offices is really useful.

Real Estate Finance respondent
UK

The team's commitment to outcome and rigour of intellect in devising solutions is impressive.

Real Estate Finance respondent
UK

In terms of client service Simmons & Simmons is fantastic, we get a bespoke service from them.

Real Estate Finance respondent
UK

Notable Practitioners

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Mark Waghorn
3
Mark Waghorn
3
Band 3
Mark Waghorn, head of the firm's UK real estate finance practice, advises both borrower and lender-side clients on real estate financing matters. He has significant experience in domestic and cross-border transactions.

Mark Waghorn is fantastic. He is a really good lawyer.

Mark is top quality and always has been.

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Helen Hagan
5
Helen Hagan
5
Band 5

Helen Hagan heads the firm's UK banking group. She acts for lenders and borrowers on real estate investment and development financings.

Helen is a trusted adviser who is very hands-on in her approach, which is always appreciated.

Helen is always super sensible.

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Kamal Arulvel
5
Kamal Arulvel
5
Band 5

Kamal Arulvel regularly advises lenders and borrowers on a range of financing matters, including asset and joint venture financing. Based in London, he sits in the firm's international banking team.

Kamal has developed a strong practice with a capable team supporting him.

He is really good and helpful at giving advice and highlighting any pitfalls in the deal.

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Simmons & Simmons LLP

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Mark Waghorn
3
Mark Waghorn
3
Band 3
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Helen Hagan
5
Helen Hagan
5
Band 5
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Kamal Arulvel
5
Kamal Arulvel
5
Band 5
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