England - London • Real estate
Norton Rose Fulbright
Leveraging support from the firm’s international work, the ‘knowledgeable and commercial team’ at Norton Rose Fulbright is geared to handle domestic and international real estate development mandates. The practice is also well-regarded for its expertise in energy and infrastructure projects, inward investment, as well as large-scale social housing investment and financing. Head of real estate Wasim Khan and Charlie Pinkerton are knowledgeable of significant office moves, while the former also has know-how of the rationalisation of their space requirements. David Hawkins is adept in landlord and tenant matters, while Louisa Roe excels in leasing transactions. Dan Wagerfield often advises Asian investors and Juliette Kelly is informed in property financing. David Sinclair departed to Stephenson Harwood in December 2022.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘They are very professional, personable, and reliable. Always available at short notice and urgent requests.’
- ‘Louisa Roe is an effective, efficient and friendly partner who is always willing to explain the legal complexities in a clear and understandable way.’
- ‘All our contacts at Norton Rose Fulbright go above and beyond for our business. They are always well-equipped with ideas and possible heads up on up-and-coming situations.’
- ‘The team adopts a very commercial but thorough approach, and we enjoy a strong, collaborative relationship that meets and often exceeds our corporate real estate needs.’
- ‘In addition to clear expertise in their field, individual members of the team have been a pleasure to work with, notably during challenging circumstances and working to tight deadlines.’
- ‘They have great market knowledge, are quick to respond and are proactive in their approach.’
- ‘Louisa Roe is very proactive and understands client requirements and how to manage these in an efficient and effective manner.’
- ‘Charlie Pinkerton is thoroughly knowledgeable and always makes himself available at short notice to answer difficult questions or deal with more complex matters that arise during a transaction.’
Key clients
- ABSA Bank
- Partner Reinsurance
- Paragon 28 Inc
- Saxo Capital Markets
- British Airways Plc
- Kimberly-Clark
- Royex Real Estate Investments Limited
- Voya Investment Management (UK) Limited
- Exane S.A.
- DP World London Gateway
- Bank of Montreal
- VF International
- Civitas Social Housing
- Korn/Ferry International
- WELPUT
- SOFAZ (State Oil Fund of Azerbaijan)
- Olympia London
- Ivanhoé Cambridge
- Ashby Capital
- Barnard’s Inn Unit Trust
- Prudential Plc
- Canada Pension Plan Investment Board
- Europa Capital/Hobart Partners
- Resolution Property Holdings
- BMW Group
- British Racing Drivers Club (Silverstone)
- Commerz Real
- GLL Real Estate Partners
- Columbia Threadneedle Real Estate Partners and Global Asset Management
- ING Bank NV
- The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association Limited
- Seamus Mulligan
Work highlights
- Advised Olympus Property Holdings Limited on the pre-letting of a school venue to Alpha Plus Group.
- Advised BentallGreenOak’s WELPUT fund on the acquisition, lettings, financing and management of six buildings within its London real estate portfolio.
- Advised BMW on its UK-wide operational real estate portfolio.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Wasim Khan