Regularly active for public sector bodies, Burges Salmon LLP is sought after for its experience in regeneration schemes and developments connected to transport projects. The firm also maintains particular strength in mixed-use developments with a large residential element, and is well-versed in advising on developments with sustainable strategies. Leading the team, and based between London and Bristol, are Ross Polkinghorne, an expert in sustainable developments; Philip Beer, whose recent experience includes advising on a number of redevelopments; and Gary Solomon, who assists clients with planning issues. Richard Clark is a key member of the team, who brings expertise in mixed-use and energy asset developments. Amy Simpson is regularly approached by local and national public bodies. Jessica Garner is experienced in large regeneration schemes.
Testimonials
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‘This is the team that you want to structure a complex development.'
'Particularly skilled at transport connected development, and integration of energy generation and storage and heat networks.’
‘Philip Beer would be my go-to person for large scale public sector or transport connected development.’
‘Sound and comprehensive knowledge, good strategic thinking, quick to respond and reliable.’
‘Ross Polkinghorne is a specialist in development advice and has a good appreciation of the specific needs of the public sector.’
‘Philip Beer has exceptional knowledge in this area and is extremely pragmatic.'
Key clients
- Greater London Authority
- Transport for London
- Places for London
- YTL Developments (UK)
- University of Bristol
- Hodgetts Industrial
- St Modwen Properties
- Tritax Big Box REIT
- Stevenage Borough Council
- UK Atomic Energy Authority
- Bristol City Council
- Translink (Northern Ireland Railways)
- LPPI Real Estate Fund
- Kent County Council
- Cardiff Parkway Developments Limited
- ENGIE
- Urban&Civic plc
Work highlights
- Advising Translink on its procurement of a real estate development partner, for a 1.3+ million sq ft £500 million mixed use project, Weavers Cross.
- Advising the GLA on housing-led/mixed-use redevelopment and regeneration projects worth many billions across London.
- Advising a consortium of landowners on the development scheme known as Linmere, a 630-acre site, to the north of London.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ross Polkinghorne, Philip Beer, Gary Soloman