With a ‘breadth of experience’ in non-contentious construction matters, the team at CMS advises across a range of related matters that require an understanding of fire safety and the Building Safety Act, as well as issues in the logistic sector. Advising a joint venture on a public infrastructure redevelopment, David Parton leads the team, while Karen Clarke advises on luxury mixed-use development projects. Advising global real estate and investment clients on data centre developments is another key strength of the team. Alistair McGrigor advises clients in the technology sector on fit-out projects, while Rebecca Prigg assists with advising multi-national developers with a wide range of related matters.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘David Parton is technically good, commercial and manages processes well.’
‘With a breadth of experience across the business, all sides of our real estate transactions are covered quickly and clearly.'
‘Rebecca Prigg is a no-nonsense solicitor, clear thinking and robust in negotiations.’
‘CMS' service is characterised by prompt service and sensible, commercial advice. The team combine their subject matter expertise with a good deal of commercial awareness.'
'They are adept at translating complex issues into more understandable and practical guidance. Generally, they are a very friendly team who are a pleasure to work with. ’
‘Exceptional industry knowledge for my field of automation purchasing and installation. Karen Clarke and her team always have the up-to-date information and solid advice at all times.'
‘Karen Clarke is exemplary in her knowledge range and is far more than just good to work with. Karen always has the answer! Simple as that. When in direct negotiation sessions where a supplier conjures an objection Karen has the legal reference and example immediately. Could not ask for a better partner in a negotiation.'
‘Hard working, thorough, and friendly team.'
Key clients
- Delancey
- Earls Court Properties Limited
- Global Switch
- Urbanest UK
- Marks & Spencer plc
- Equans
- Mitsubishi Estate London
- Great Portland Estates
- The Wellcome Trust
- Yondr Group Limited
- Lendlease
- Kennedy Wilson
- University of the Arts, London
- Legal & General
- AXA REIM
- Railpen
- Barings
- Capital & Regional
- SEGRO
- Castleforge Partners
- Hammerson
- AECOM
- Mace
- Prudential
- National Grid
- Imperial College London
- Unispace
- TikTok
- Hertshten Properties Limited
- The International School of Monaco
- LS Estates
- The July
Work highlights
- Advising Mitsubishi Estate London on the redevelopment of the high-profile former ITV London Television Centre on the Thames South Bank into a world-class commercial office development with ancillary retail, cultural, and green spaces, including a culture and innovation hub and a 26-storey office building connected to two buildings of 13 and 6 storeys.
- Advising M&G Real Estate, Prudential UK Real Estate Limited Partnership on all construction aspects of a dynamic mixed-used development with new residential penthouses, offices, and retail spaces at the Fitzrovia, 247 Tottenham Court Road.
- Advising Castleforge and Gamuda Group JV on the major redevelopment of 75 London Wall and the soon to be vacated headquarters of Deutsche Bank.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Parton