Dentons regularly advises clients on investment matters connected to large development projects, including site acquisitions, refinancings and disposals. The firm is experienced in traditional and alternative assets classes, such as logistics, hotels, build-to-rent and self-storage. Rob Thompson, with expertise in both corporate real estate and real estate finance transactions, leads the practice. Simon Masri is a veteran in the hotels and hospitality sector, whilst Alex Coulter adds logistics expertise. Laura Gowing is another key name in the practice who frequently advises international clients on their property investments into the UK.

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Key clients

  • RTP Global
  • Harrison Street
  • Realstar
  • Heitman
  • Royal Mail
  • John Lewis Partnership
  • Taylor Wimpey
  • Frasers Group Plc
  • Transport for London
  • Redevco
  • P3 Logistics
  • GIC

Work highlights

  • Advised P3 Logistic Parks on its acquisition of two logistics assets from SEGRO, representing its first entry into the UK market.
  • Advised Arora Group on its acquisition of the former Heythorp College, a 2.7-acre site situated on Kensington Square.
  • Advised leading investment manager Harrison Street on its development joint venture with NFU Mutual and Apache Capital, for the acquisition and funding of Moda Living's £302m Great Charles Street build-to-rent development in Birmingham.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rob Thompson

Other key lawyers

Alex Coulter, Laura Gowing, Simon Masri