Phillip Tunney
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPThe commercial property offering at Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is headed by corporate real estate specialist Elizabeth Cartwright who ‘consistently provides an outstanding service’ to clients. The team often advises on lease and rent matters, and major acquisitions and disposals. Phillip Tunney is particularly experienced in the senior living sector mandates. Portfolio management, and development and regeneration projects are all areas in which Phil Birchall is a specialist, and Tracy Gibson is a key name within the practice. Jayne Speers primarily acts for financial services clients, Joanna Sowerby regularly advises developers on forward funding and mixed-use schemes. Michael Buchanan left the firm in July 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘Super responsive as a team.’
‘Elizabeth Cartwright and Graham Wallwork are ever available and friendly and I really rate them.’
‘I find this team works hard to understand our business and our needs. Excellent technical skills; very responsive and good communicators; fun to work with.’
‘Elizabeth Cartwright consistently provides an outstanding service. She is extremely hardworking, shows great commitment to us as a client and stays calm under pressure. One of our most trusted advisers.’
‘They have a very commercial approach tied with the provision of sound legal advice.’
‘Tracy Gibson is a standout and is our go-to person for legal advice.’
‘Responsive and strong in project management.’
‘Excellent work from Graham Wallwork; he is responsive and understands the priorities of our business.'
Key clients
- AXA Investment Managers
- Barchester
- Booker
- Capital & Regional
- Castle Green Homes Limited
- The Co-operative Bank PLC
- English Cities Fund
- Essar
- Evans Property Group
- EG Group (Euro Garages)
- European Metal Recycling Limited
- European Tyre Enterprise Limited
- General Projects
- INEOS
- Johnson Controls Inc
- Kier Property Developments Limited
- Lancaster
- Lookers Limited
- Manchester Airport Group
- Airport City Limited Partnership
- Morris Homes Limited
- Muse Developments Limited
- N Brown Group Plc
- PH Property
- Taylor Wimpey UK Limited
- Toni & Guy No
- University of Manchester
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Elizabeth Cartwright
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Joanna Sowerby
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Elizabeth Cartwright