Further to the team’s preexisting sustainability and GP expertise, Addleshaw Goddard handles increasing activity relating to sovereign wealth funds and Shari’ah real estate investment structures, leading multiple significant transactions and formations in these spheres. Jan Grüter frequently assists clients with sustainability-focused funds and emerging real estate GPs. Liam Diggins leverages his corporate transactional experience to advise on indirect real estate investment and management.
Testimonials
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‘Jagdip Gujral possesses a strong commercial understanding of real estate asset management structuring, not only from a legal but also a practical perspective given his previous in-house experience, which I feel is a particular strength.'
‘The AG team offers outstanding legal expertise, a great depth of industry knowledge and exceptional client service. It is a pleasure working with them.’
‘Personable and knowledgeable, certain team members value the relationship and strive to build on this and prioritise work for key clients such as ourselves. ’
‘The team provide an excellent tailored service to the mid-market. Brilliant with start-up firms. Full service.’
‘Jan Gruter is a knowledgeable and helpful partner who builds a good relationship with clients.’
'Stands out for its innovative approach to private and real estate funds. Potential clients should be aware of the team’s exceptional strengths and key capabilities. Clients can expect swift and accurate advice, ensuring that critical decisions are made with the benefit of full and immediate legal insight.'
'Distinguished by their exceptional blend of expertise, dedication, and innovation. Jan Gruter and Aidan McConville are exemplary representatives of this ethos.'
- 'Aidan McConville, as a Managing Associate, brings a fresh perspective to the practice. His interest in advising both established and emerging fund managers demonstrates his adaptability and forward-thinking approach.'
Key clients
- Bridges Fund Management
- New Forests Pty
- NorthSky
- Cordiant Capital
- Royal London Asset Management
- Pension Protection Fund
- HSBC Alternative Investments
- Angelo Gordon
- Warrington Borough Council
- Gravis Capital Management
- Bluefield Partners
- Par Equity
- abrdn
- Aviva Investors
Work highlights
- Advised Royal London Asset Management on its joint venture with South Yorkshire Pension Authority.
- Advised New Forests Pty on the formation of the African Forestry Impact Platform, a Singapore VCC fund and hybrid fund vehicle.
- Advising PropertyShare on its expansion into the UK providing deal, fund and regulatory structuring advice.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Daniel Woolston, Jan Grüter