At Russell-Cooke LLP, the corporate occupiers team advises national brands, retailers, and industrial specialists on site acquisitions, lettings, planning issues, and development matters. Matthew Garrod heads the group and offers expertise on business expansions and the re-gearing of leases. Neil Dryer handles asset management matters, Robert Lusher acts on construction elements of property developments, Arnold Isaacson advises on high value developments, and Chris Barkley assists investors and developers on real estate finance mandates.

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  • ‘There is peace of mind that there is always a senior partner available to make contact with if necessary, however this is rarely needed as the strength of their associates is very good. Compared to other firms, their efficiency stands out along with their clear advice and understanding of different scenarios.'

Key clients

  • Pret a Manger (Europe) Limited & Eat Limited
  • Wasabi & Co Limited
  • Blackstone Group / Revantage UK
  • Strandbrook Limited
  • Galatian Limited
  • Lok’N Store
  • Reichmann Properties Limited
  • Padmanor Investments Limited
  • IQ Student Accommodation
  • AG Bloom Limited
  • Tokoro Capital Limited
  • Addisland Court Company Limited
  • Duo Renovations Ltd
  • QA Limited
  • Ashridge Wokingham Limited

Work highlights

  • Advising Pret a Manger in connection with expanding its national base of franchisees, advising the client on all property aspects.
  • Representing Strandbrook Limited, as landlord and freeholder, in the letting of 80 Strand.
  • Represents Lok’nStore on a conditional sale to Lok’N Store Limited of the Alfa Laval Site in Eastbourne.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Matthew Garrod

Other key lawyers

Neil Dryer, Robert Lusher, Arnold Isaacson, Chris Barkley