Tom Foley
RLS Law
RLS Law
Client SatisfactionThe ‘approachable and reliable’ boutique real estate practice at RLS Law is proficient in aiding corporate occupiers in their office, industrial unit, and warehouse requirements, often within the retail and leisure sectors. The team lies under the guidance of Julien Rutler, who handles complex headquarters relocations and commercial property investment portfolios, and the ’brilliant’ Craig Themis, who advises on real estate planning, acquisitions, and disposals. Tom Foley is well versed in property development, while the ‘supportive’ Liam McArdle assists tech and professional services sector clients with office relocations and pre-lets.
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Testimonials
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‘Very thorough, often make themselves available to me as I need.’
‘Always genuinely looking out for my best interests.'
‘The RLS team is knowledgeable, approachable and reliable. They understand clients' needs and provide concise advice in a timely manner. The team is very open and transparent.'
- 'Liam McArdle is very hardworking and supportive. He explains all important points in a plain language and clearly, then further explains what a possible issue with simple examples may be, which allows me and helps me to make fully informed decision.’
‘Liam McArdle is the kindest, most clever and supportive solicitor I have ever met.'
‘RLS Law is a bespoke quality led law firm providing excellent services to clients within the Real Estate sector. The practice is led by experienced Partners with excellent support from Associates and admin staff.’
‘Craig Themis is an experienced solicitor, excellent communicator, and always works closely with the client to fulfil their needs.'
‘RLS in my experience is a partner led commercial property specialist firm providing a first-rate service at exceptional value that you just cannot procure in larger City firms.’
Key clients
- AllianceBernstein Limited
- Sony Music Entertainment Limited
- Ottolenghi Limited
- Octopus Energy
- Viacom CBSinc.
- TCN UK
- Urban & Provincial
- Iwoca
- Computacenter PLC
- Soho Housing Association Limited
- The Kingdom of Spain
Work highlights
- Acting for Octopus Energy Limited on the acquisition of a newly built industrial unit of over 47,000 sq.ft. of offices.
- Acting for Tide Platforms in the acquisition of its new UK headquarters in Derwent London’s new development at the Featherstone Building on City Road.
- Acting for AllianceBernstein Limited in the expansion of its UK headquarters at 60 London Wall.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Julien Rutler, Craig Themis