Ashurst

At the apex of the development market, Ashurst covers the gamut of work within the sector. Its experience includes acquisitions and disposals, planning, joint ventures, structuring, and financing. Major mixed-use property projects and regeneration schemes fall within the firm’s expertise, as do town centre and infrastructure developments. The team is jointly led by Richard Vernon, whose speciality is ESG and sustainability work, David Jones and Sarah Sivyour. Tim Regis is a key member of the practice, advising clients on complex joint ventures and regeneration schemes. Henry Moss furthers the firm’s regeneration strength, supporting developers, investors, lenders, and public authorities on their projects. Focusing on logistics and build-to-rent matters, Melanie Jordan is adept at advising clients in matters across the country. Matthew Loader and Lucy Pilgrim are two key associates in the team. Loader, who has experience in both Australia and the UK, advises on industrial and residential development, whilst Pilgrim centres her practice on joint ventures, development transactions and infrastructure projects.