Led by Brian Kilcoyne, the corporate occupiers department at Lewis Silkin is a strong choice for clients operating in the lifestyle, luxury brands and retail sectors. Rachel Francis-Lang handles the negotiation of commercial leases, while Julia Poulter co-leads the retail, hospitality, and leisure team. Patrick Brown’s recent work highlights include the pre-letting of the majority of a building located in Victoria. On the development side, the group has been busy in public sector regeneration. With ‘exemplary commitment’, Anthony van Hoffen is primarily engaged in mixed-use development and regeneration projects, including New Covent Garden Market in Nine Elms and Shepherd’s Bush Market. Clare Reddy is geared to advise clients on all stages of construction projects, while Sara Hanrahan has recently handled the re-development of Islington Square and the regeneration of Earl’s Court.
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‘Good industry knowledge.'
'Noted for his exemplary commitment, Anthony van Hoffen provides creative, constructive and relevant advice, which engages with the wider and often historical context of problems.’
'Approachable and commercial.'
Key clients
- London Borough of Camden
- London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
- London Legacy Development Corporation
- The Liliesleaf Trust UK
- Sydell Group
- Shinfield Studios Limited
- Howden Joinery Limited
- Withers LLP
Work highlights
- Advised London Borough of Camden on a land disposal to a developer to act as a catalyst for the regeneration of the Regis Road Growth Area.
- Advised London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham on the redevelopment of Shepherd’s Bush Market to provide a new market, offices and affordable residential units in partnership with Yoo Capital.
- Advised the London Legacy Development Corporation on a Grant of Rights to Energy Centres for District Heating Network.
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Anthony van Hoffen