Real Estate Finance
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
Contact number
+44 20 7374 8000Chambers Review
Herbert Smith Freehills has an esteemed property finance team with an impressive number of prominent lender clients and additional capability in borrower-side work. The team acts for an enviable client base which includes major banks, investment funds and insurance companies. The firm regularly handles mezzanine and senior debt facilities and development finance transactions.
Work Highlights
- Herbert Smith Freehills advised Shaftesbury Capital on the £200 million increase in facilities provided by Aviva Group secured in parts of the Shaftesbury estate.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team seamlessly deals with complicated transactions."
"The firm has a full suite of services with people who are all very experienced, knowledgeable and helpful."
"Herbert Smith has excellent knowledge and networks across jurisdictions."
"The team seamlessly deals with complicated transactions."
"The firm has a full suite of services with people who are all very experienced, knowledgeable and helpful."
"Herbert Smith has excellent knowledge and networks across jurisdictions."
Notable Practitioners
Simon Chadney acts for clients on a range of financing matters, including development and acquisition financing, as well as refinance transactions. He provides a wealth of expertise in both international and domestic transactions.
"Simon is technically excellent."
Gary Hommel is well regarded for his expertise in advising on a range of complex real estate financing matters. His clients include lenders, funds and corporates. He is well-placed to advise on cross-border transactions.
"Gary is both technically very good and commercially aware."
"Gary has the ability to break down complex deals into non-legal language which is very helpful."
"Gary has good wisdom and advice."
Christopher Mann has an impressive practice focused on secured real estate financing. He regularly advises on acquisition financings, and his clients include lenders and sponsors.
"Christopher is an excellent lawyer."