The planning department of Slaughter and May’s real estate practice handles a range of transactional work, from property acquisitions and disposals to HQ relocations. Led by Richard Keczkes, the planning group advises clients on both transactional and development work across various sectors. Jane Edwarde is head of real estate at the firm, assisting clients with all aspects of real estate, including planning.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Extremely accommodating and well-rounded team.’
‘The team has a unique ability to distil very complex transactions and issues into simple language, and, as a consequence, we have managed to complete a number of complex, high-value transactions without delay and difficulty.’
'Knowledgeable delivery of valuable advice.'
'Clear, concise advice with good explanation of implications.'
Key clients
- Arsenal FC
- Clifford Chance
- The Clothworkers’ Company
- Derwent London
- Diageo
- Elysian Residences
- Equinix
- Everton FC
- Ferrovial
- The Fishmongers’ Company
- Halsbury Homes
- IPI Partners LLC
- John Lewis Partnership
- Legal & General
- Marks & Spencer
- Ocado
- Octopus Renewables
- Therme Group
Work highlights
- Advised John Lewis Partnership on its £500m long-term joint venture with abrdn to develop 1,000 new homes at John Lewis properties in Bromley, West Ealing and Reading.
- Advised Marks and Spencer on its called-in planning application to demolish and rebuild its flagship Marble Arch store.
- Advised Derwent London on its acquisition and proposals to comprehensively redevelop the 2.5 acre site of Moorfields Eye Hospital and UCL’s Institute of Ophthalmology.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Richard Keczkes, Jane Edwarde