England - London • Real estate
Fox Williams LLP
Seamlessly integrating with the firm’s tax department, the ‘exceptionally knowledgeable’ practice at Fox Williams LLP acts for occupiers based in the capital, as well as institutional and investor landlords. ’Technically excellent’ Phillip Hope leads the team and is often entrusted by family offices, high-net-worth individuals and international companies. Elizabeth Ruff is well-regarded for her expertise in headquarter leasing and relocations, while Nish Kapoor acts for corporate occupiers operating in the technology sector. Rebecca Facey is a key contact for inward investor clients. Mary Majewska is also a key member of the group.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘The Fox Williams real estate team offers a commercial, pragmatic, and highly responsive service to clients across varying geographies. We have complete confidence in their ability to meet our clients' needs effectively and personably.’
- ‘The collaboration and understanding of our requirements have been outstanding. The Fox Williams team have always been available to offer expert advice to guide our commercial property transactions with confidence and speed.’
- ‘Nish Kapoor is an ultimate professional. I would recommend him to anyone. There is always a top level of service, and they will take the time to explain legal matters that may not be obvious to non-legal professionals.’
- ‘The team at Fox Williams are professional, friendly, and exceptionally knowledgeable. They collaborate well and offer a fantastic level of service to clients.’
- ‘Phillip Hope, Elizabeth Ruff and Rebecca Facey are all technically excellent, extremely user-friendly, and provide an outstanding level of client service. They are a pleasure to work with and are one of our "go to" teams when clients seek recommendations.’
- ‘Nish Kapoor has gone above and beyond with support and action. Rebecca Facey has shown great support which is highly valued.’
- ‘An exceptional company, especially Nish Kapoor and his team.’
- ‘Nish Kapoor and his team helped us with several real estate contracts related to our office move. Their patience, professionalism and advice were crucial to getting our new office. As we are not legal or real estate professionals, their insight and knowledge were very helpful.’
Key clients
- Shiseido
- Copper Technologies
- Stride VC
- Thriva
- Verkada
- SEDNA
- Panther Securities Plc
Work highlights
- Advised Copper Technologies on all of its occupational real estate requirements after recent funding rounds of £25m and £51m from the exit of leased space in Mayfair, to the acquisition of high quality but short term temporary managed office space in Mayfair together with the marquee acquisition of 30,000 sq ft of leased space from an institutional landlord in Soho.
- Advised Japanese international cosmetics company, Shiseido, on their exit from their existing leased space and the acquisition of c,13,500 sq ft of Grade A office space at 1 Kingsway.
- Advised Glendower Capital LLP on its relocation to 8 St James’s Square, London.
Lawyers
Rising stars
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Phillip Hope