Ansons covers a wide variety of mandates, including transactions, development, asset management and secured lending. The firm is well-versed in matters concerning the manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and technology sectors. In Lichfield, Richard Saum, a transaction specialist, and Neil Faunch, who is experienced in infrastructural and agricultural matters, lead the practice. Dudley-based Alex Jayne-Lowe, who joined from George Green LLP in May 2023, is experienced in acquisitions and disposals of property as well as tenancy issues. Jon Rowley is another key name, advising developers and landowners on their transactions out of Cannock.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Ansons commercial property department have strength in depth and a wealth of experience. The team are happy handling all ranges and types of work and engage effortlessly with the broad spectrum of clients.’

  • ‘It is ably led by Richard Saum who provides leadership to his colleagues.'

  • 'Neil Faunch offers clear and sensible advice.'

  • 'Jon Rowley excels in his handling of all issues ranging from the complex to the mundane. His client skills are particularly good and he quickly puts clients at their ease and earns their trust with his approach and diligence.’

  • ‘Jon Rowley is clear in the advice he provides as well as pragmatic and confident when solving unexpected issues, which as a client, is very reassuring.’

  • ‘Ansons are accommodating and flexible in the service that they provide. They have a way of explaining matters to the 'not legally' trained in a way that is easy to understand to allow informed decisions to be made.’

  • ‘Jonathan Rowley stands out in particular. Jonathan is one of the best that I have worked with.’

  • ‘Many of the team stand out right from the top and lead by example!’

Key clients

  • Sandyford Properties Limited
  • Portal Construction NW Limited
  • Andrews Property
  • Brendan Lees Developments

Work highlights

  • Advising on a four-phased development comprising 250+ residential plots with a gross development value of circa £60 million.
  • Advising for the management team and Metpro Limited on the real estate aspects of a £21 million investment from BGF and NatWest.
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Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
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.

Richard Saum, Neil Faunch

Other key lawyers

Alex Jayne-Lowe, Jon Rawley