Matthew Hooton > Simmons & Simmons > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Simmons & Simmons covers the spectrum of real estate asset developments, but with particular strength in the life sciences, office and logistics spaces. In addition, the firm regularly advises clients on pre-letting and financing aspects of development projects. The team is led by John Kelsey and includes Ali Crosthwaite, a specialist in residential and retail schemes. Matthew Hooton advises on site assemblies, options, pre-lets and forward funding. Jonathon Wilkes focuses on development management and joint ventures. In February 2024, Barry Gross joined the team from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner.

Simmons & Simmons specialises in real estate funds work, advising clients on corporate wrapper deals and joint ventures. The firm’s asset class experience is broad, with experience in office, warehouse, logistics, life science, residential, and mixed-use related matters. John Kelsey leads the practice, and is knowledgeable in structured acquisitions and disposals of investment properties. Ali Crosthwaite contributes to the team’s strength in central London investment work. Matthew Hooton and Jonathon Wilkes focus on corporate wrapper deals. In February 2024, Barry Gross and Oliver s’Jacob joined from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner and Morrison Foerster respectively.