England - London • Real estate
Forsters LLP
The social housing practice at Forsters LLP, led by sector expert Sara Branch, is a one-stop shop for registered providers, developers, and contractors. The team handles acquisitions, financing, and joint ventures, as well as significant transactions, such as housing association mergers. Jonathan Preece represents registered providers on housing stock transfers, which is a growing area in the sector. Anne O’Neill's practice ranges from the acquisition of street properties to structured developments and joint venture arrangements.
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Testimonials
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'There is good co-ordination between the Forsters team and less duplication of work, which is more time and cost effective.’
‘Sara Branch is a standout Forsters employee. She is incredibly knowledgeable and retains information well. She will provide straight-forward advice for complex situations and is very responsive amd hard working.’
‘Pro-activity, commercial acumen, and client-focused approach. Always on our side.’
- 'The commercial real estate team really know us, our business, our relationship with funders and the regulatory environment we operate in. The in-depth knowledge and collaborative working style makes the Forster's team unique for me.'
- 'This is a results-focused team with a steely determination to get the best deal for their client.'
- 'Sara Branch is an outstanding real estate lawyer supported by an excellent team, including Jonathan Preece, who is always a pleasure to work with. I am confident I have the best team I could have to deliver my objectives.'
Key clients
- Notting Hill Genesis
- Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing Association
- Preferred Homes
- Knight Dragon
- Hastoe Housing Association
- Springboard Two Housing Association Limited
- Soho Housing Association Limited
- Newlon Housing Trust
- Mount Anvil
- Gallions 2A Developments LLP
- Gallions 2B Development LLP
- Chobham Farm North LLP
- Project Light Development 1 Limited
- Armada 1 South Development LLP
- TLD Kidbrooke LLP
- Spray Street Quarter LLP
Lawyers
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sara Branch