Mills & Reeve LLP‘s property litigation group has ’a good understanding of the dynamics of the market and an excellent presence‘. Led from Cambridge by Richard New, the firm provides comprehensive advice on high-profile national, and increasingly international, property matters. New is a leading expert in business rates. In Norwich, the vastly experienced Richard Hanson and special counsel James Hordern, who is a recognised expert in agricultural law, are the names to note. The team is heavily involved in disputes in the telecoms sector. Principal associates Julian Steed in Norwich and Samuel Maw in Cambridge (who is ’down to earth, but extremely sharp and knowledgeable‘) are also recommended.

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‘A good breadth of expertise in real estate dispute matters, particularly in relation to strategic residential development, telecoms and contractual interpretation.’
‘Sam Maw is an exceptional real estate litigator and I would choose him to represent my organisation in relation to all real estate dispute matters if I could. He is down to earth, but extremely sharp and knowledgeable and he is packed full of commercial common sense. He is not afraid to advise on difficult issues, but he is sensitive in doing so.’
‘A strong team, ably led by Richard New, with a good understanding of the dynamics of the market and with an excellent presence in the rating world.’
‘Richard New is now one of the most experienced and active solicitors for rating work.’
‘Very responsive. The advice is always concise and commercial. Exactly what we need.’
‘Richard New is a top performer. His advice is concise and commercial.’

Key clients

Railpen
South Kensington Estates
Homes England
Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
Trinity College
Flexible Space Association
Berkeley Homes and St James Homes
Larkfleet Homes
Hill Residential

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