Boasting a stellar client base comprising global household names, Forsters LLP concentrates on advising tenants in corporate occupier transactions. The practice lies under the guidance of experienced Glenn Dunn, who advises clients from the media and finance sectors on lease portfolio management and corporate headquarters relocations. Sarah Cook handles non-contentious construction matters, while Ben Barrison covers property disputes relating to the occupation of business premises. Owen Spencer concentrates on corporate relocations, whereas Lorna Dolan illustrates strengths in real estate strategy and lettings.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team at Forster's have remained supportive through to exit from our original office and across the fit-out and relocation process to our new office. They have been constantly available to answer all questions, worked well with a multitude of diverse contractors and consultants and been accurate.'

  • ‘Glenn Dunn and Owen Spencer have in particular been patient, supportive and capable. The key trait has been these individuals ability to guide and support our senior leadership decision making at key points across the journey.’

  • ‘This firm combines an excellent client centric service, totally professionally- but with a very personal and human touch- totally due to the people involved.’

  • ‘I receive the focus of the lead partner who is clearly very aware the specifics of the service his team are providing. Communication is very smooth.'

  • ‘As a firm Forsters are very human and approachable. It makes you feel as if you are dealing in a much more personal and intimate way, which is important when you are seeking advice or support for matters.

  • 'In terms of the overall business it is extremely inclusive and flat in terms of its structure which means it operates as a true team.’
  • ‘The individuals take personal interest in matters. They provide the time necessary and in my own words they truly recognise excellent customer experiences.'

  • ‘Owen Spencer and Glenn Dunn have been instrumental assisting with complicated property matters. Both have made themselves available to us and our counterparties to work through complex and protracted surrender circumstances. Both Own and Glen have worked tirelessly to keep momentum and focus on resolution.’

Key clients

  • Netflix
  • Sony Pictures
  • Warner Bros. Discovery
  • McDonald’s Restaurants
  • RELX Group
  • Publicis Groupe
  • MUFG Bank
  • Warner Music
  • Future plc
  • Gulf International Bank (UK)
  • Telstra Corporation
  • Left Bank Pictures
  • The Financial Conduct Authority

Work highlights

  • Acting on Forsters’ own office relocation, consolidating its three existing Mayfair buildings into a single 50,000 sq.ft. site at 22 Baker Street, London.
  • Acted for an international television and film production company in relation to its negotiation of a deal to take a lease of a new UK film studio.
  • Advised Elsevier Limited in relation to the sale of its long-term UK headquarters in Kidlington, Oxford, and associated relocation into new leasehold premises in the city.

Lawyers

Leading associates
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Glenn Dunn

Other key lawyers

Sarah Cook, Ben Barrison, Owen Spencer, Lorna Dolan