Often engaged in housing and regeneration schemes, Addleshaw Goddard is well-versed in infrastructure projects in the energy sector. With ‘a very strong background in all types of planning and property’, Marnix Elsenar leads the practice and is noted for his strength in transport matters. Gary Sector is focused on urban regeneration projects, while Francis Tyrrell is proficient in water and sewerage issues. Sarah Hodge is another key team member.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Rolls Royce service.'

  • ‘They are very careful so in preparation, nothing is missed. They do the very best for client's interest.'

  • ‘The team is lead by Marnix Elsenaar, who has a very strong background in all types of planning and property. A strong performing team.'

  • ‘Marnix Elsenaar is the lead, but also there are very strong other people in the team, including Gary Sector and Francis Tyrrell. They are all very good and I would not hesitate to recommend any of them.'

Key clients

  • Pocket Living
  • Elysian Residences
  • Avanton
  • Dandara
  • Hub Residential
  • Pension Insurance Company
  • Middlecap
  • British Land
  • Muse Developments
  • Guys and St Thomas Hospital
  • DP World London Gateway
  • Birmingham Airport
  • BT Group

Work highlights

  • Advised Hub Residential on its planning application and complex section 106 agreement for a co-living development on Wood Lane in West London.
  • Advising DP World London Gateway on the implementation of its 3.5m TEU container terminal on the River Thames.
  • Advised Aviva on securing planning permission for its Bermondsey Yards mixed-use development in Southwark.

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Practice head

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Marnix Elsenaar

Other key lawyers

Gary Sector, Francis Tyrrell, Sarah Hodge