Property litigation

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

Highly regarded for its expertise across the finance, energy and automotive sectors, the Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP practice is described as ‘personable’ and ’swift to respond’ when handling significant High Court cases and complex arbitrations. The team has considerable experience in assisting with breaches of section 106 planning agreements, Building Safety Act disputes and restrictive covenant claims. Leading the Birmingham-based department, David Feist focuses on the real estate investment space and city center regeneration schemes, while the ‘unflappable’ Lisa Barge specialises in high value rent review and dilapidation disputes. Rob Holloway is an expert on portfolio management matters, and Arren Thornton routinely acts for water undertakes and multinational banks.

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Testimonials

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‘The property litigation team at Eversheds is very strong in a number of areas. There is strength in depth amongst its partners and senior associates. As a team, it is highly responsive and commercially minded. They have the client’s objectives and strategic goals at the front of their minds and are always mindful of the impact of the deal on the business.’
‘Lisa Barge is unflappable and appears to have control of all of her case files even when she is not actively involved. She gives her clients confidence and leads a strong team of litigators who manage their files well. She exudes confidence.’
‘Personable, swift to respond and commercially aware advice.’
‘Rob Holloway is approachable and gives clear advice and recommendations without presenting a raft of options, and is at available at the end of a phone.’
‘Strength in depth, one of the largest and most experienced property litigation teams in the country.’
‘Rob Holloway is calm and reassuring under pressure. He sees the bigger picture and understands the commercial drivers for our business.'
‘I have worked with Eversheds over a number of years and across multiple departments/teams. There is a consistent focus and approach amongst all of the teams.'
‘All of the team are good listeners and experts in their respective fields.'

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Hammerson
Land Securities
National Grid Electricity Transmission & National Grid Gas
Facebook
Mitchells & Butlers
Next
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HSBC
Taylor Wimpey
Persimmon Homes Plc

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