Specialising in real estate development and investment, the non-contentious construction team at Macfarlanes LLP advises on major commercial, residential, and refurbishment projects. Under the leadership of Angus Dawson, the team also advises on acquisition and development of build-to-rent schemes, green hydrogen production facilities, and student accommodation. Radhika Shah and Louisa Hudson further bolster the team’s expertise, while Rebecca Whatman assists with complex supply agreements.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘A solid construction advisory team with broad experience providing sound commercial advice.’

  • ‘Angus Dawson is very capable with solid commercial acumen.’

  • ‘Intelligent and commercial, delivering exceptional levels of service.’

  • ‘Angus Dawson gets us where we need to be and always protects our interests while being a thoroughly decent guy to work with. Other parties also appreciate his style, which helps to smooth transactions.’

  • 'Extremely competent. Extremely knowledgable on current affairs in relation to the law. Happy to knowledge share. Long-term partners who understand us.'

  • 'Angus Dawson really cares about the relationship with us and understands how we work. Extremely knowledgable and a good negotiator.'

Key clients

  • Associated British Ports
  • Canary Wharf
  • CIT Group
  • Legal & General
  • Realstar
  • Stanhope

Work highlights

  • Advising Legal & General on its flagship build to rent fund on the acquisition and development of various sites.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Angus Dawson

Other key lawyers

Radhika Shah, Louisa Hudson, Rebecca Whatman