Real Estate: £10-50 million
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 1
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Provided by Bates Wells
We work with commercial organisations, social enterprises and charities alike, working in a range of sectors – from negotiating property agreements to leases to finance to development agreements. We work alongside the large and the small, from owners such as the BFI to smaller community organisations.
As a B Corp, sustainability is close to our hearts. So, we also advise on environmental and sustainability issues – meaning your property makes its mark, without making a mark on the planet.
For more information, visit https://bateswells.co.uk/services/real-estate/
Chambers Review
Bates Wells has a strong profile for real estate transactions for clients in the non-profit sector, while also regularly handling property matters for clients in the education, retail and healthcare fields. The firm's practitioners offer additional capability in the finance and secured lending sphere, particularly on behalf of alternative lenders including loan and grant-giving bodies. The team is also highly experienced in complex occupier work, including major headquarters sales and relocations.
Work Highlights
- Bates Wells advised JM Finn in connection with its purchase of new office premises in Winchester.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Bates Wells are excellent. They have a wealth of knowledge and provide reliable and timely advice."
"The firm's knowledge, expertise, and proactive abilities are second to none."
"Bates Wells are top-class from beginning to end."
"Bates Wells can deal quickly when required. They perform above and beyond expectations."
"The advice has always been clear and they have been able to accommodate meetings and calls at times that suit us at very short notice, including same-day."
"Bates Wells are excellent. They have a wealth of knowledge and provide reliable and timely advice."
"The firm's knowledge, expertise, and proactive abilities are second to none."
"Bates Wells are top-class from beginning to end."
"Bates Wells can deal quickly when required. They perform above and beyond expectations."
"The advice has always been clear and they have been able to accommodate meetings and calls at times that suit us at very short notice, including same-day."
Notable Practitioners
Karli Hiscock frequently advises clients in the charity sector on their property needs, including headquarters relocations and retail leases. She also has wider commercial property expertise and advises on the real estate aspects of secured lending matters.
"Karli couldn't have been more prepared, helpful or professional."
Mark Traynor is head of real estate at Bates Wells and is frequently sought after for his expertise in complex leasing and development transactions. He is adept at advising charities and educational bodies and also advises on community-based renewable energy projects.
"Mark is a really good lawyer."
Jamie Huard has an impressive practice advising charity and social enterprise entities on their real estate requirements. He has strong expertise in commercial leasing matters as well as acquisitions and disposals.
"Jamie provides excellent advice and timely responses."
Rebecca Rider is a senior associate working with an impressive client base including charities, public bodies and businesses. She has noted expertise in acquisitions and lease negotiations.
"Rebecca is an excellent property lawyer. She knows the law and is great to work with."
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