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Real Estate: £10 million and above - North West
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What the Team is Known For

The Manchester property team at Squire Patton Boggs frequently advises developers and public bodies on regeneration matters, with expertise in the hospitality and leisure sectors, as well as in student accommodation. The team regularly advises on the funding of development schemes and can assist with private-public joint ventures.

Work Highlights

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  • Squire Patton Boggs acted for English Cities Fund on its forward-funding and development of a new build 196-unit private residential apartment block in Salford for £52.5 million.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Barker
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Band 1

Mark Barker regularly acts on forward-funding and redevelopment projects, with impressive experience in the retail and student accommodation sectors. His client base includes major developers and prominent retailers, as well as local authorities.

"Mark provides an excellent service. He is attentive to issues and is always available for a discussion."

"Mark is brilliant and is an invaluable resource to our business."

"I always find Mark to be approachable, and quick to provide sound and reliable advice."

"Mark has a measured and relaxed approach while being commercially aware. He is excellent at negotiating with his opposite number."

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Mark Gaffney
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Band 1

Mark Gaffney acts for private and public sector clients on real estate acquisitions and development projects. He has notable experience in urban regeneration schemes.

"Mark is very emotionally intelligent. He understands his clients' needs and objectives and is responsive."

"Mark is an exceptional lawyer and is a very valued member of our wider team. He is calm, pleasant to deal with and cares about our underlying projects."

"Mark Gaffney is an excellent lawyer."

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Mark Barker
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