Beyond Corporate Law houses a practice which is well-equipped to advise on a broad range of matters, from acquisitions to joint ventures and investments and ‘feels like a partnership’ to its clients. Hannah Al-Shaghana is noted for her broad expertise, which spans acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant work, and secured lending matters. James Flynn stands out due to his specialism in construction matters. Owen McKenna left the firm in December 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Easy to work with. Willing to assist and deal with issues as and when requested. Feels like a partnership.’

  • ‘James Flynn is very good for us on corporate and construction law matters.’

Key clients

  • Logik Developments (Arundel Street) Limited
  • Cityheart Limited
  • Gino D’Acampo Hotels & Leisure Ltd
  • Castlefield Estates Ltd
  • Oak33 Limited
  • Supreme Imports Ltd
  • Motel One (UK) Limited
  • McGoff Group
  • Downtown Manchester Limited

Work highlights

  • Acted for Logik Developments in securing a joint venture and investment from in relation to a build-to-rent site at Arundel Street, Manchester.
  • Acted for Cityheart on the acquisition of Stockport College, a 450 unit BTR scheme in central Stockport, from the receivers of Investar Property Group.
  • Acted for the client in connection with the acquisition of the restaurant space and service level agreement in relation to Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hannah Al-Shaghana, James Flynn