Bird & Bird LLP supports a range of blue-chip companies on landlord and tenant matters, development projects, lease negotiations, as well as purchases and sales. Jonathan Baker leads the practice and handles the real estate aspects of corporate and infrastructure projects, while James Salford is a reputed figure in the leisure and hospitality sector, and is also particularly proficient in real estate and hotel finance matters. Peter Nicholson is knowledgeable of acquisitions and disposals, developments and investments, in addition to tax restructuring. Lorna Young and Alexander Greenwood are also key contacts in the group.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Bird & Bird's real estate team is an unassuming property powerhouse. The personable and pragmatic approach is second to none.'
- 'The property and construction teams are knowledgeable, supportive and responsible.'
- 'They are very solution driven and deliver an excellent service.’
‘Peter Nicholson is an excellent strategic real estate lawyer but is also a personable and pragmatic client lead for our business. He is always supportive, responsive & solution driven.'
‘Alexander Greenwood is extremely experienced, professional and consistent with his follow ups. He is a world-class solicitor.’
Key clients
- Allegro Foodservice Limited
- Cara Jewellers
- Kindred Education Limited
- Occhio GmbH
- Weaves UK Trading Limited
Work highlights
- Advised on the acquisition of a variety of retail units for the Weaves (trading as Khaadi).
- Assisted Maersk on the acquisition of several newly developed warehouses.
- Assisting Creams with site acquisition, as well as landlord and tenant matters.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jonathan Baker