The real estate department at Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP is headed by Tim Burbidge, who advises major developers and occupiers on development and option agreements, particularly in the residential space. A specialist in investment and development work, William Akerman assists on the acquisition, development, and management of property and site assets, with a focus in the marine sector. Offering standout expertise in the marine and energy segments, Anthony Alderman is entrusted by major domestic property, power, and engineering companies on site leases, acquisitions, and disposals. A sought-after advisor to leading investment managers and corporate occupiers, Stephen Baker leads on the acquisition and disposal of leisure and industrial assets.
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'Great range of retail clientele enables them to encounter latest lease innovations and changes in the wider market.'
'A very commercial approach to negotiation and a willingness to assist in the decision making by bringing experiences from other transactions.'
‘Great team with strong solid advice.’
'The team are dedicated, proactive, and leaders in their field.'
'Excellent client service - always very reliable.'
‘An outstanding team.’
Key clients
- The Crown Estate
- New Look Retailers
- Babcock International Group Plc
- Associated British Ports
- Havant Borough Council
- Moorfield Group
- Patrizia Property Investment Managers
- Akelius
- Tristan Capital/Addington Capital
- The Automobile Association
- CooperVision
- CareerBuilder LLC
Work highlights
Advised the Automobile Associated on the relocation of its head office to a newly developed 150,000 square foot modern office building.
Advised CBRE Investment Management in connection with the acquisition and leaseback of a recently-built Premier Inn Hotel in Oxford.
Advised Associated British Ports in connection with a large strategically important site adjacent to the Port of Southampton.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Tim Burbidge
Other key lawyers
William Akerman; Anthony Alderman; Stephen Baker