Howard Kennedy LLP is well-versed in providing support in the residential, energy, data centre and mixed-use sectors. The firm has particular strength in providing planning, purchase, and finance support for its clients. The practice is led by Kate Woodgate and Charles Maxwell. David Philips is experienced in residential and mixed-use site purchases. Astrid Stanley is adept at student accommodation matters. Huseyin Huseyin joined from Harold Benjamin Solicitors in April 2023, and Jason Tann joined from Cripps in October 2023.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘HK demonstrate a clear understanding of the commercial market and always offer clear and concise legal advice within the operational timescales required.’

  • ‘Once appointed, the team, led by David Philips, work to fully understand our requirements and programme and then work hard to deliver to our requirements.'

Key clients

  • Galliard Homes
  • City & Docklands Construction Limited
  • Southern Grove and Tadhamon Capital
  • Kingston Landmark LLP
  • Ballymore
  • Leos Developments
  • EEH Ventures
  • GHL CDL Morden Limited

Work highlights

  • Acted for Lower Essex Street Limited (part of Apsley House Capital) in conjunction with Galliard Homes on the sale and forward funding of a circa 650 residential unit development in Birmingham.
  • Advised on a JV between Galliard Group and City Development Limited on the purchase of what is currently a light industrial and warehousing site.
  • Acted for Galliard Group and Citrus group JV Citrus (PBishops) Durham Limited on the purchase of a 60-unit retail shopping centre in Durham, with a view to its redevelopment.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kate Woodgate, Charles Maxwell

Other key lawyers

David Philips, Astrid Stanley, Antonia Frangakis, Anna Armstrong, Huseyin Huseyin, Jason Tann