The team at Pinsent Masons LLP is noted for having vast expertise in corporate wrapper deals, real estate transactions and on housing and regeneration projects. The team stands out due to its expertise in the residential sector, particularly in relation to Build to Rent projects and the single-family housing rental issues. The practice is jointly led by Jonathan Riley and Richard Daffern, with the former advising on regional housing and manufacturing schemes, and the latter regularly assisting investment clients with commercial ground lease transactions. Key contacts include Victoria Goddard, who regularly advises universities on campus and student accommodation development projects, Stephen Glass, who assists institutional and PE funds with Build to Rent investment projects, and Natalie Hughes, who frequently handles the real estate aspects of corporate transactions.
Testimonials
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‘Client focused and knowledgeable.’
‘The real estate team at Pinsent Masons has a depth of talent so when entering a transaction, you know that you will receive a high calibre of advice no matter who you are dealing with. Transitionally they are extremely professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any one.’
Key clients
- University of Leeds
- University of Huddersfield
Work highlights
- Advised Saint-Gobain Limited on the sale of the entirety of its UK distribution business to the Stark Group in a circa £740m deal, comprising a property portfolio of several hundred branches.
- Advised Present Made on a first of its kind purpose built and purpose designed single family rental scheme delivered via joint venture.