Hema Anand
BDB PitmansBDB Pitmans primarily advises high-net-worth individuals, corporates, investors and trusts on the purchase and sale of property in prime and super-prime central London. Under the leadership of Hema Anand, the practice is recognised for its expertise in lease extensions, enfranchisement and refinancing, in addition to its work on block management, and on SPV asset purchases. The team is particularly well-known for its expertise in landed estates. Tristan Ward is recommended for his skill at handling ultra-high-net-worth transactions. Lorna Du Sautoy was promoted to the partnership in June 2023, and routinely assists major buying agents and PLC agents.
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‘This team is exceptional. First class legal input, great attention to detail, determined in pursuing the interests of their clients and extremely pleasant to work with.’
‘ Hema Anand- Strategic thinking.'
‘Market leaders in enfranchisement law.’
‘Hema Anand is extremely capable with a no-nonsense pragmatic and commercial approach.’
‘Tristan Ward excels at managing high value residential property deals. He is extremely knowledgeable and able to give excellent commercial advice within demanding deadlines. On a recent matter he was very ably assisted by Rachel Crapnell.’
‘Very competent, responsive and competent team.’
‘Good experienced people.’
‘Good practical knowledge of subject and law.’
Work highlights
- Advising on a 80m off market SPV sale of PCL property
- Advising a client on several refinances above the value of £35m.
- Advising on a collective enfranchisement claim for a block with over 100 flats.
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Hema Anand