Richard Batchelor
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPVariously praised for its 'strong knowledge' and 'commerciality and experience', Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP excels when working with open and closed-ended real estate funds. Recent months have seen the team work on various LTAF applications and several high-profile projects for asset managers. Richard Batchelor is skilled in the establishment, listing, and restructuring of onshore and offshore investment funds. Funds, asset managers, and institutional investors all regularly instruct Stefanie Sahla-Jones. Sarah Burnside has specialist knowledge of closed-ended funds and ESG regulation. Jamie Dunlop and Camilla Spielman are also both key members of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very capable and approachable team when dealing with complex transactions.’
‘All individuals at the company provide expert advice and add great value to the transaction process.'
‘Commerciality and experience in structuring and operating real estate funds. Also, the collaborative nature of the team means they really listen and understand the client requirements. ’
‘Richard Batchelor is an excellent leader and client relationship partner. Always available and willing to help and go the extra mile in order to meet the client requirements and time frames.’
‘Richard Batchelor is knowledgeable and practical and thoughtful in his advice. Grace Li is also a very safe pair of hands. ’
‘Richard Batchelor has been an excellent in his support and ability to deal with our real estate legal issues ’
‘Strong knowledge of real estate sector, funds and fund structuring. Strong advice given on regulations - particularly for recent FCA SDR. Good responses and advice given. Reliable and confident. Creative and commercial solutions.’
‘The strength of all members of the team impresses us.'
Key clients
- Legal & General Investment Management
- Schroders Capital
- Columbia Threadneedle
- NextEnergy Capital
- Nuveen
- Royal London
- Voltesso
- Aviva
- AEW
Work highlights
- Acted for Aviva on their first Long Term Asset Fund.
- Advised LCIV on the establishment of its UK Housing Fund, with an initial target of £150m - £250m.
- Advised the South Yorkshire Pensions Authority on entering into a fund structure over a portfolio of agricultural land.
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