Simmons & Simmons‘ non-contentious construction team is well versed in advising investment managers on funding co-living schemes, handling redevelopments of commercial real estate, and procurement strategy and documentation regarding international leisure sector properties. Bristol-based Richard Dyton leads the team, while Duncan Athol advises real estate managers on forward funding schemes. Trevor Cosgrove joined from Greenberg Traurig, LLP in March 2024.
Testimonials
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‘The construction team at Simmons & Simmons has very quickly established itself as a key trusted adviser.'
'For me, they tick every box in terms of availability, promptness of reply, subject matter expertise, commercial awareness and strong communication skills. I am always very impressed by the team's willingness to go the extra mile.’
‘Duncan Athol has been a key adviser on construction issues for this company for many years now. In all that time not only has he never dropped a ball, he has consistently exceeded expectations.'
'Duncan Athol works really hard to make the service which he offers stand out from that of his competitors and he consistently succeeds on that front.'
- 'Daljit Mehat handles many of this company's da-to-day matters and does so in a highly effective manner.'
- 'Simmons & Simmons has been a reliable and effective partner for many years, consistently providing a high standard of service.'
- 'With Richard Dyton dealing with our construction contracts and professional appointments, we were always confident that we were in good hands. Richard is a great communicator and negotiator and has a very good understanding of the fund's requirements.This makes it possible to set up projects quickly and efficiently, with a solid basis of documentation that has stood the test of time.'
Key clients
- OPLM
- Deka
- L&G
- LaSalle Investment Management
- Blackrock
- OPLM
- Stone City Energy
- Firethorn Developments Limited
- Threadneedle Pensions Limited
- Restoration Hardware
Work highlights
- Advising Deka on a number of development and refurbishment projects, most notably a major ongoing refurbishment of One Old Jewry in the City.
- Advising BlackRock on a £120m forward funding co-living scheme at the site of The Castle pub in Acton, North London.
- Advising OPLM on the redevelopment of 7 Millbank, Westminster.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Richard Dyton