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Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP

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The ‘technical and very knowledgeable’ Hull-based team at Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP stands out for its ability to handle large property portfolios and advise on property investments, disposals, and development projects. Acting for a large roster of property holders and developers, the practice offers particular expertise to clients in the energy sector, as well as to port and dock operators. Led by the experienced partner Geoff Phillips, a key contact for disposals and acquisitions, the team also relies on the expertise of property development lawyer Richard Mays. David Dixon, who manages the practice’s relationship with Associated British Ports, and Andrea Hewitt are also highly recommended.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Technical and very knowledgeable.’

  • ‘Richard Mays has excellent attention to detail and provides a very high standard of client service, which I have never received elsewhere.’

  • ‘Richard Mays offers solid practical advice.'

  • ‘Andrea Hewitt is knowledgeable and offers excellent availability, rapid responses, and a practical approach.’

  • ‘Experienced team with rounded real world advice. Ability to see the issues and cost-benefit trade offs of any specific purchase.’

Key clients

  • Associated British Ports
  • Gleeson Regeneration Limited
  • Integra Buildings Limited
  • Kexgill Group
  • Lindum Group
  • Sewell Retail Limited
  • The Sheffield Investment Company Limited
  • Urban Developments (York) Limited
  • West Building Supplies Limited
  • Wykeland Group Limited/Bridgeland Developments Limited/Watergate Developments Limited

Work highlights

  • Acted for Associated British Ports in connection with the ongoing management, letting and development of its substantial Humber Port Estate, comprising Hull, Goole, Grimsby and Immingham and including transactions in connection with dock infrastructure and offshore wind farm schemes.
  • Acted for a property development company from South Yorkshire on the sale of a site with adjoining landowners, with the planning outline for 450 houses conditional on satisfying a range of conditions.
  • Acted for Urban Developments (York) Limited on the funding and development of an 88 studio apartment scheme in the Leeds City Centre together with Qip, a private equity real estate developer.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Geoff Phillips

Other key lawyers

Richard Mays, David Dixon, Andrea Hewitt, Stephen Unwin, Adrian West