England - North West • Real estate
Harrison Drury & Co
The north west offering at Harrison Drury & Co has a strong reputation for its ability to advise on the full spectrum of commercial property matters. It advises its array of key clients on matters which span industry sectors, from renewable energy and agriculture – the latter of which is an area of expertise of the ‘exceptionally helpful’ Kendal-based Naomi Fell – to travel, leisure and hospitality. Its workload is consistently of high value and the team also has cross-border capabilities. Preston-based Colin Fenny’s area of expertise is litigation. Specialist in landlord and tenant-related issues and commercial developments in the renewable sector Simon England is at the helm of the practice from the Clitheroe office. Lancaster office head Hannah Hughes is a noteworthy team member.
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Testimonials
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‘Wendy Newbury is very professional and always makes sure she is looking after your interests.’
‘Simon England and Hannah Hughes both provide a clear and efficient service together.’
‘Lucy Beachell consistently delivers in terms of getting matters over the line and possesses an uncanny knack for eliciting responses from the most unresponsive of individuals.’
‘Simon England and Lara Watts have persevered through some very frustrating times and delays to achieve a satisfactory outcome in the end.’
‘Notable individuals are Jackie Bate in conveyancing and Naomi Fell in corporate property matters have been exceptionally helpful, and I could not speak more highly of the firm.’
'They have knowledge of the sector and the institution. Work is conducted with humour and legal jargon is broken down so that even I can understand it! One individual that stands out is Danielle Leeming. They are approachable, personable, and make you feel able to ask questions.’
'Amanda Marwood is exceptionally professional whilst making her clients feel comfortable and relaxed. She is very approachable, open and treats us with equality. Amanda is happy to take the time and care to discuss the basic principles of items in technical agreements.’
'Nicola Beneduce handles work in a very professional manner.’
Key clients
- PJM Property Investments Limited/MM Acquisions Limited
- Cumberland Buildings Society
- James Alpe Developments
- Westholme Care Home Limited
- Applethwaite Homes
- Preston North End
- Wilson & Co Properties
- Derbyshire Projects Ltd
- Oxbury Bank
Work highlights
- Advising a not-for-profit in a large-scale development project aimed at addressing the shortage of social housing and lack of energy-efficient sustainable homes.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon England