Fladgate LLP assists clients through every facet of a development project, from its site acquisition and building to its pre-letting and disposal. The firm is particularly experienced in securing financing for developments. Its asset class expertise includes the retail and leisure spaces, and the firm is well-versed in the growing film studio development sector. Stephen Lewis, with a focus on retail and leisure, leads the team. Kirsty Corkum is well-versed in complex pre-lets and developments for a range of clients. Gideon Dabby-Joory supports funds, institutional investors, property companies and family businesses. Matthew Williams operates in the living and mixed-use space, whilst Simon Kanter is a veteran retail and office adviser.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Medium-sized firm which offers the best of both worlds.’
‘Simon Kanter and Alan Karsberg understand what is required, especially commercially, to deliver the objectives required.’
‘The core and personal attention and the practical approach to solving problems.’
‘Simon Kanter is an outstanding solicitor - his attention to detail - his superb legal abilities are of great value to clients, especially in large transactions.’
‘Fladgate approach all tasks with great due diligence, which inspires us as clients with great confidence in their ability to represent us.’
‘Matthew Williams' approach is both strategically and factually superior when offering advice.’
Key clients
- YOO Capital
- Tene Living
- Capreon/Noe Group
- LPA Receivers
- Urbana Partners
- Arendt & Medernach
- Cohort Capital Holdings Limited
- Forma Capital Partners
- Bravo Watford
- Yo!Sushi
Work highlights
- Advising YOO Capital regarding its proposed acquisition of 30 acres of land in Kentish Town, Camden to be developed into a ‘mini Hollywood’ comprised of film and television studios, hotels, affordable housing, residential, retail and office space.
- Advised BTR developer and operator Tene Living in connection with ongoing development advice on its developments at Salford Quays in Manchester and Reading and the proposed acquisition of development sites and opportunities in Canary Wharf and Leeds.
- Advising longstanding client Forma Capital Partners in connection with the complex repositioning and asset management of 5 St Paul Square, a substantial grade A, Office Tower in the heart of Liverpool’s commercial district.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephen Lewis