England - London • Real estate
BDB Pitmans
The real estate litigation team at BDB Pitmans is experienced handling high-end residential property disputes and works closely with the firm’s commercial property department, as well as the planning, infrastructure and public law department. Simon Painter leads the team with experience in both commercial and residential property disputes, including insolvency matters and leasehold enfranchisement litigation. He is supported by Aoife Murphy who regularly handles breach of covenant and disrepair claims.
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Testimonials
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‘Very knowledgeable and happy to help many types of legal matters relating to corporate property.’
‘Top flight and highly regarded with a long pedigree of experience in this field.’
‘Simon Painter is a brilliant, understated professional with an unassuming manner that hides great experience and insight. A great team player and conspicuous in his fair treatment of colleagues and team members and his support for everyone within the professional team.’
‘BDB Pitmans are highly experienced and skilled in their provision of advice and representation. They have a detailed knowledge of the law coupled with a sound strategic approach, which combine to enable them to provide excellent advice to clients.’
‘Simon Painter is knowledgeable, highly experienced and hardworking. He brings to bear his considerable knowledge of the law and a pragmatic tactical approach. He goes above and beyond to provide excellent service to his clients.’
‘A well-connected, collaborative team who support us in our commercial property endeavours. BDB Pitmans are responsive and accommodating. Our relationship has developed over time due to their broad experience and the expertise they have available.’
'The team is excellent.'
'Aiofe Murphy and Clara Clint are particularly good.'
Key clients
- Clarion Housing Group Limited
- The Ministry of Defence
- Fred Perry Limited
- Able Humber Ports Limited
- Smurfit Kappa UK Companies in England and Wales
- The National Grid
- City & Country Group Plc
- Bank of Ireland
- Peel Holdings Ltd / The Manchester Ship Canal Company Ltd
- Kurt Geiger
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Painter