England - Yorkshire And The Humber • Real estate
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP maintains a Leeds offering that is tailored towards advising major UK investors, property holders and retailers, which instruct the team to advise on portfolio management and restructuring issues as well as major landlord and tenant work. The practice is jointly led by Simon Harris, who handles large-scale acquisitions and disposals, and Steve Felstead, who leads the team’s extensive work for clients looking to invest in prime commercial real estate. Legal director Peter Woods is noted as a key contact for asset management matters, while Charlotte Smart is recommended for her ability to advise on leases and acquisitions in the retail sector. Ian Barker departed the practice in January 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘Of the firms I work with, the team at Eversheds are a winning combination: They are able to grapple with complex technical detail, and they are also pragmatic and listen to their client's commercial objectives.’
‘I personally have been working with Eversheds for just over two years. Eversheds ensure that we remain updated with any legal changes, and they also think outside the box and offer us advice based on implications we may face over the long lease term. Eversheds understand the needs of our business and have always accommodated our needs. They are very attentive to detail and also work with us rather than for us in our instructions. They provide quality advice on all points that we need to consider, but also look to offer a recommendation where needed. The team are great to work with.’
‘Charlotte Smart and Rachael Newell from the team have been great from day one. Both are available for any queries that we have and provide us with great advice. They are always keen to support the team. They are always available when I need to discuss or sense check anything before a decision is made. They are up-to-date with the laws and regulations and look to make us aware of potential issues we may face as a business. Charlotte has been of great help. She goes over and beyond what is expected and is always available to discuss anything I need to discuss. Charlotte has become a key adviser to the business and her input is invaluable. A great way to show that they work "with us" rather than "on our behalf".’
'Eversheds Sutherland is a top team with some exceptional talent. They are very easy to work with and know their stuff.'
Key clients
- ARM
- Audley Group
- Caddick Construction
- Cisco
- Frasers
- Hammerson
- Inspired Villages Group
- Land Securities
- Legal & General
- Local Pension Plan Investments
- MARK (formerly Meyer Bergman)
- NewRiver REIT
- Nord Anglia
- ServiceNow
- Taylor Wimpey
- UK Land Estates
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Harris, Steve Felstead