Tom Goldsmith
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPThe ‘exceptional’ team at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP remains a dominant force in the corporate occupier space, strengthened by its impressive clientele which includes leading global tech and life science companies, hedge funds, and financial services firms. In addition to managing large scale pre-lets, the firm also handles high profile headquarters relocations and real estate development projects. The team lies under the guidance of Tom Goldsmith, who specialises in complex headquarters pre-lets for US tech sector giants. Gareth Ashfield covers real estate developments and government hub projects, while Lucy Chadwick is a go-to for construction matters, particularly within city developments. Chris Mullings advises UK property companies on landlord matters, Natasha Osment focuses on serviced offices and blue-chip occupiers, and Emma Shepheard assists institutional investors on various leasing transactions and build-to-rent acquisitions.
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‘The team have a broad and thorough understanding of commercial real estate. The team were exceptional in their ability to negotiate on our behalf and manage the interconnectivity of various different points across all the documents. Their ability to 'look forward' in the transaction, spotting points of contention or otherwise, made sure the transaction didn't stall.’
‘The business is exceptionally client focused and the teams are very approachable and will go the extra mile to provide the best advice and service. They work with the team to understand the needs and take a pragmatic approach to solve challenges with a clear interest in the client.’
‘Strength and depth across real estate and construction, real understanding of the market. Complete dedication to do the right thing for the business. Really lovely people to work with, they are a caring team who look out for each other and it's nice to be a part of that.’
‘Tom Goldsmith isn't like a traditional real estate partner- he is very commercial and adds value to all areas of negotiations. He is straightforward and responsive. He also has a phenomenal understanding of the London market.’
Key clients
- Vision Ridge
- Caxton
- Raymond James
- Allvue
- TripAdvisor
- Cvent
- Rothesay
- Derwent
- WAE
- Teneo
- Alpha Sense
- Haleon
Work highlights
- Advised TripAdvisor on its mandate to secure a 10-year term letting of over 17,000 sq.ft of space in Building 8100.
- Appointed to Derwent’s panel to manage some of its London office assets, and consequently instructed on various office lettings and neighbouring development issues.
- Acted for Teneo Strategy Limited on the pre-let of its new City of London headquarters across the top five floors at The Carter Building, 11 Pilgrim Street.
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Tom Goldsmith