The commercial property department at Girlings is led by Jeremy Burke in Ashford, who, alongside David Redgate, works on a variety of matters including sale and purchase issues, commercial leases, development acquisitions, refinancings and enfranchisement matters; the firm is particularly active in the food and drink franchise sector. Sophie Robins is well regarded for her practice supporting SMEs, banks and schools in commercial lease transactions. Simon Stempien, based in the firm’s Herne Bay office, regularly acts for property developers on s.106 planning obligations, option agreements and site acquisitions.
Testimonials
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‘Great knowledge, very friendly & efficient.’
‘They are accessible, friendly, efficient, and professional.’
‘A very fair, honest, reliable, efficient robust set up. ’
‘David Redgate is extremely hard working, dedicated to getting deals over the line and meeting client deadlines which, as a developer, is essential. David understands the commercial value of speed and efficiency for me as a client.’
‘I found, from my initial consultation to finalisation of my matter, Girlings to be extremely professional and efficient. My enquiries were met promptly, not that I had to make many as I was kept well informed at ever step of the proceedings.'
‘Simon Stempien took great care in ensuring I understood every element of how my matter was proceeding, and I found him to be very knowledgeable, which left me feeling confident I had made the correct decision instructing the firm.'
‘Girlings have acted for me for many years, they have always been professional and responsive.’
‘Jeremy Burke handles my work and he is great.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jeremy Burke