Cripps advises clients on a diverse range of developments, such as life science, residential, commercial and mixed-use projects. The firm is particularly skilled at providing planning and construction advice. Oliver Morris heads the team alongside Nitej Davda, a construction and litigation specialist. Fellow construction specialist James Lee adds strength to the team, as does Kay Evans, who focuses on the residential and mixed-use sectors. In October 2023, Jason Tann left the practice.
Testimonials
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‘They are knowledgeable and up to date on the current law and practice. They also explain it in plain language.’
‘The team provides good advice across all areas of town planning which is key to the success of our projects. In addition, the litigation team is very capable and has good access to the courts in order to assist with legal cases.’
‘Beth Gascoyne is a superstar. She deals with numerous S106 matters and complex negotiations with local authority and county council lawyers.’
Key clients
- Coombe Road Properties Limited
- SRG New Malden
- Elivia Homes
- Endurance Land
- Harrow School
- Kadans Science Partner
- Persimmon Homes Limited
- Redrow Homes
- Sevenoaks District Council
- The Cadogan Estate
- Tower 22 Limited
- Wates Developments Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Kadans Science Partner on the development of three new campuses in the “knowledge quarter” at Kings Cross.
- Advising the Cadogan Estate on a range of real estate work across their London estate, including on development agreements relating to its commercial and residential developments.
- Advising on the development and maintenance of Harrow School’s 300-acre estate on Harrow-on-the-Hill , including the expansion and refurbishment of the estate to allow it to continue to provide its globally-renowned high standards of education.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Oliver Morris, Nitej Davda