Clifton Ingram LLP Solicitors‘s varied real estate practice comprises capabilities across acquisitions and disposals, residential development mandates and agricultural related work, alongside the handling of various premise types. Practice leader Jonathan Foulds advises an array of clients across the full spectrum of commercial property matters such as portfolio management issues, refinancings and business acquisitions as well as head office moves, while Ian Graham is regularly engaged by residential developers and charities. Transactional expert Spencer Grimshaw further bolsters the practice.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Responsive, professional and approachable. Close collaboration between Transactional and Litigation teams.’

  • 'Extremely organised and responsive, gives clear and concise advice with strong intellect. Excellent communication/people skills. The complete package, must be destined for greater things.’
  • ‘They go above and beyond to help with all aspects of my business and have never failed me. The whole firm is punctual, honest, trustworthy and efficient.’

  • ‘Very efficient and diligent. Conclude work in a timely manner.’

  • ‘Lydia Methven is highly knowledgeable and capable. She is very personable in her approach.’

  • ‘It is a relatively small team but their readiness and availability is second to none.'

  • ‘Jonathan Foulds' understanding of our sector and his willingness to help really does go above and beyond. He is more than happy to listen, help and strategise with us.'

  • ‘Lydia Methven is truly incredible dealing with some very complex issues with great knowledge and professionalism, always aware of the client needs and concerns, very impressed.’

Key clients

  • Lawsons Holdings Limited
  • Nike Group
  • Natta Group

Work highlights

  • Dealing with disposals of new build residential properties for the Natta Group with a value in excess of £6.5m.
  • Acting for the Nike Group in relation to the disposal of a large freehold development site and premises comprising a former leisure centre, a disused ice rink and parking areas.
  • Advising Lawson Holdings Limited on the property aspects on various company acquisition transactions including in relation to several leased properties, and also advising on both freehold and leasehold acquisitions and lease management for existing branches.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jonathan Foulds

Other key lawyers

Ian Graham, Spencer Grimshaw, Lydia Methven