Davitt Jones Bould is a boutique real estate firm experienced in providing its clients, which regularly include public bodies, on their development and regeneration schemes. Its expertise covers the full life cycle of a development project. The firm is well-versed in alternative asset classes, including affordable housing and film studio developments. The team is led by Peter Allinson, Madeleine Davitt and John Condliffe. Melanie Greer-Walker is a veteran in office development, whilst Philippa Hipwell often advises healthcare clients. The firm has seen sizable growth in the past year, with a number of new partners joining: Namita Maktar and Sandy Munroe joined in January 2024 from an in-house position and Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP respectively; Paul Davies joined in February 2024 from Harper James; and Stephanie Robinson joined in November 2023 from Bird & Bird LLP.
Testimonials
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‘A broad depth of work sectors gives a choice, but still a feeling you are dealing with a team.’
‘Mary Anderson is precise. She has a great ability to focus on what matters, and to stay focused.’
‘Very competent and knowledgeable and always add value to any discussion or situation.’
- 'They advise clearly as to what concerns a client should have.’
‘The individuals understand what is of importance to an estates surveyor and do not overcomplicate, offering direct and pragmatic solutions.'
- 'A high level of competence and an expertise to get things done.’
Key clients
- The Royal Parks
- Guys and St Thomas Hospital
- Rick Stein’s
- UK Health Security Agency
- Ministry of Defence
- Smiggle
- Department for Health and Social Care
- National Highways
- Surrey County Council
- Fujifilm
- Habitat for Humanity
- Medical Research Foundation
- Florence Nightingale Museum Trust
- Woking Borough Council
- Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
- Natural England
- Environment Agency
- Brighton and Hove City Council
- Optical Center
- Integral UK plc
Work highlights
- Advising UCLan on their development of a new 45,000sqft veterinary school at their main campus.
- Advising The Royal Parks on the different elements of the City of Westminster’s ‘Streetscape’ development project.
- Advising Surrey County Council on the £500million expansion of Shepperton Studios, which would make it the second-largest film studio in the world.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Peter Allinson, Madeleine Davitt, John Condliffe