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Our property team guides clients through the process of buying, leasing or selling of commercial property. Our knowledge of the local market allows us to highlight future opportunities and minimise risks, ensuring clients meet their business objectives.
We work with a wide range of clients throughout the UK, including developers, property investors, major corporations, public bodies, schools, owner occupiers, retailers, landlords, tenants and entrepreneurs.
The value of our transactions range from £100,000 to £10m. No matter what the size or complexity, we have the experience and expertise needed to get the deal completed efficiently.
We cover the full spectrum of the commercial property cycle including
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Based in St Albans, the Debenhams Ottaway commercial property team demonstrates particular experience assisting with real estate sale and acquisitions, landlord and tenant work, and property development matters. The team advises a wide range of clients, from charitable organisations and local councils to corporates and financial institutions.
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Debenhams Ottoway assisted Morphuse Construction with the refinancing of two development sites in London and High Wycombe.
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I always get commercial advice and a steer on how to proceed.
I find Debenhams Ottoway to be very thorough, clear and fair with their advice and operation in all matters.
The team have a good eye for detail and as such are very aware of the implications of every point in the deal structure.
The level of diligence that the firm has displayed has been great. They are hyper-conscientious.
I have been happy with the breadth of commercial and property knowledge.
I always get commercial advice and a steer on how to proceed.
I find Debenhams Ottoway to be very thorough, clear and fair with their advice and operation in all matters.
The team have a good eye for detail and as such are very aware of the implications of every point in the deal structure.
The level of diligence that the firm has displayed has been great. They are hyper-conscientious.
I have been happy with the breadth of commercial and property knowledge.
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Ruth Boulton is a pre-eminent commercial property lawyer who handles a full spectrum of matters within the space. Her work includes sales and acquisitions, portfolio management, and landlord and tenant work. She is co-head of the firm's commercial property practice.
Ruth is able to get the deal done under a lot of pressure and with consummate ease.
Ruth Boulton is incredibly detailed and efficient on all aspects of my property and commercial deals.
Ruth always offers the highest form of service and advice.
Jonathan Foy is co-head of the commercial property department at Debenhams Ottaway. He handles a variety of commercial property matters, including leasing work, sales and acquisitions, and secured lending.
Jonathan Foy is very astute and has the ability to look at projects laterally, which teases out any issues.
Jonathan really makes us feel that he has our best interests in mind. He always points out the risks of any transaction, or area of the transaction.
He understands the sector well and knows what we need.
Neil Mercer chiefly advises clients on development matters and has notable experience representing ecclesiastical organisations.
Neil always provides clear and understandable information for all matters. He is extremely approachable, which means, as a client, I feel at ease asking any question, no matter how simple or complex.
Neil Mercer is who I call in a crisis. He is very focused on the processes and provides really good counsel. Rather than just coming up with a problem, he will suggest solutions as well.
Neil has good communication skills and is a proactive solicitor who will drive cases forward.