Often working in conjunction with the firm’s property and property litigation teams, Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP assists clients with headquarter leases and leaseback transactions. Praised as a ‘leading name in the industry’, Rudi Ramdarshan co-leads the practice and recently appeared before the Supreme Court. Co-head David Burns is proficient in enfranchisement, lease extensions and right of first refusal matters, while Simon Lawrence assists landlords and tenants on commercial lettings.

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Testimonials

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‘The team at Ronald Fletcher Baker was very thorough with their knowledge in real estate and they handled all the matters with professionalism.’
‘The main difference between them and the competitors is the efficiency and the accuracy and how fast they complete their tasks.’
‘Excellent professionals with in-depth knowledge of the Goering framework. They are a team with diverse expertise hence all matters related to business are taken care of in house which us advantageous as there is always help available at hand if required.’
‘Expert advice provided promptly with a clear understanding of scope, requirements and regulations under which it is required.’
‘The firm has exceptional solicitors at all level. When you instruct a solicitor at RFB you feel the full force of the team supporting you.’
‘Rudi Ramdarshan is a leading name in the industry. He brings commerciality, clarity, and real vision when you bring him on a deal. He can solve even the most difficult problem.’
‘David Burns's brain is working away finding angles to best help you on the deal.'
‘Simon Lawrence is the go-to name in the industry. He is able to complete deals and solve problems at a speed which is unrivalled.’

Key clients

Glasshouse Asset Management
Dominvs Group
Habib Bank AG Zurich
Keystone Holdings Limited (Isle of Man)
Drakesfield Group
Urban Spectrum Property Management Limited
Ganco Limited
Harson Investments Limited
ILM Capital

Work highlights

Acting for Comptoir Group Plc in the acquisition of a number of high value leases.
Acting for ILM Capital in the acquisition of a number of distressed mixed-use properties and allowing the redevelopment of the properties and grant of new leases.
Acting for Glasshouse Asset Management in the redevelopment of complex multi-party mixed-use redevelopment matters in prime London locations.