Noted for its ‘broad knowledge base in the sector’, Russell-Cooke LLP is a key port of call for developers, investors, and high-net-worth individuals. The ’absolutely meticulous’ Alex Ground leads the practice and is proficient in enforcement appeals, environmental impact assessments, as well as s106 agreements and highway agreements.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘They have a broad knowledge base in the sector and experience of dealing with various stakeholders previously. They are always willing to assist and they have supported a number of our junior staff, taking time to explain various legal/contractual concepts, which is very beneficial.’
  • ‘They are dynamic and always willing to go the extra mile to help. The partners are always available and ensure the team delivers what we need on time which is vital working on complex, commercially sensitive real estate transactions.’
  • ‘Excellent client handling and first class legal analysis and case conduct.’
  • ‘Excellent experience in relation to planning enforcement & section 106 planning obligations, both of which are highly sought after specialist areas.’
  • ‘This is a brilliant firm for planning. They are very good at building a team and provide excellent commercial advice - their approach to planning is to get right into the detail of the project, both technically and strategically.’
  • ‘Alex Ground is absolutely meticulous. I would strongly recommend her.’
  • ‘Alex Ground is the partner at Russell Cooke I have worked with most closely. She is simply excellent at what she does.’
  • ‘Alex Ground is excellent, very measured, extremely personable, and commercially astute.’

Key clients

  • Vistry Partnerships
  • Reichmann Properties Limited
  • Lok’n Store Group PLC
  • Duo Renovations Limited
  • Pond Meadows Limited
  • AG Bloom LML BV
  • Goldcrest Land Limited
  • Triplerose Limited
  • Adena Property Investments Inc
  • Nueva Limited
  • New Bevan Homes Limited
  • Viewranks Limited
  • Quantum Land and Planning Limited
  • Haysport Properties Limited
  • Woodcock Holdings
  • Hygge Children’s Social Care Limited
  • Orchard Farm Kent Limited
  • Isleworth and Hounslow Charity Limited
  • Star Property Group Limited

Work highlights

  • Acted for AG Bloom on the planning side of its portfolio of six ultra-urban development properties located throughout London.
  • Acted on the strategy and planning issues relating to the statutorily listed Fulham Town Hall.
  • Acted for Pond Meadow on obtaining planning permission for 59 100% affordable homes with extra care facilities for older persons in Guildford.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alex Ground