Mishcon de Reya LLP counts real estate as a key area of strength, and is increasingly active on behalf of innovative clients in the technology sector, including emerging companies and start-ups. John Skoulding, who advises individuals and businesses in a range of tax matters, co-leads the department alongside Jonathan Legg, who leads on real estate tax. Ceinwen Hayes contributes further real estate expertise, covering acquisitions, sales, and leasing structures.
Testimonials
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‘The essence of the Mishcon team is service, intelligence, and an understanding of our needs. They work seamlessly together.’
‘They just have the ideas and solutions which work for us. Jonathan Legg always stands out. As does John Skoulding.’
Key clients
- Faisal Nadim & Filippo Lanza
- Mathew Prior, Martin Poole and others
- Trimountain Partners LLP
- Autovista Limited
- Charles Cridland and others
- Evelyn Partners
- Shareholders of Messly Limited
- Fusion Students
- Derwent London Plc
- PGIM Real Estate
- Watkin Jones plc
- Jesta Capital
Work highlights
- Advising the Management shareholders on structural and deal tax issues on £120m transaction.
- Advising the Management team on the management buyout of TrustedHousesitters in a $100m deal.
- Advised on the £235 million purpose-built student accommodation deal with Cain International, in joint venture with Menora Mictachim Group.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Skoulding, Jonathan Legg