Real Estate
UK Guide 2025 : Wales
Band 1
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0333 016 2222About
Provided by Hugh James
We have more than 46 lawyers specialising in all aspects of commercial property, construction and procurement, development (including complex landlord and tenant, acquisition and disposal issues), regeneration, property litigation and estate management.
We are at the forefront of real estate development in Wales working with a broad range of developers, investors and portfolio occupiers.
- Developers – residential, commercial, retail and leisure, industrial and public sector
- Investors and financial institutions
- Portfolio occupiers – social housing, retail, sport, leisure, public sector and student accommodation
- Local authorities and other public bodies
We inspire our clients’ loyalty by delivering a personal cost-effective service that is partner led. Our clients value us for the blend of technical expertise, pragmatic advice and quality of service that we deliver.
We have extensive experience in advising on the following:
- Site acquisitions and disposals
- Contract and lease negotiation
- Strategic property portfolio advice
- Industry expertise
Chambers Review
Hugh James has an outstanding real estate practice with notable development expertise and an impressive client roster, which includes a number of developers, social housing providers and public sector bodies. It is highly experienced in a wide range of commercial and transactional matters, including disposal strategies, land transactions and high-end construction work. The firm also acts for leading house builders on large residential schemes.
Work Highlights
- Hugh James advised Great Point Studios on their multi-million pound freehold acquisition of the former Pinewood Studios in Wentloog in August from the Welsh Government and are now advising them on the option agreement for the acquisition of the adjoining site from the Welsh Government.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Hugh James offers multi-faceted legal advice and is capable of sourcing expertise across a wide spectrum of specialties."
"Hugh James offers multi-faceted legal advice and is capable of sourcing expertise across a wide spectrum of specialties."
Notable Practitioners
Peter Hurn is head of the real estate team at Hugh James. He has deep expertise in commercial property transactions and development, as well as representing public sector organisations and a number of national house builders.
"Peter Hurn is a good communicator. He explains things very welland is quick to respond."
Caroline O'Flaherty has notable expertise in a wide range of real estate matters, including portfolio acquisitions and commercial developments. Her impressive client roster includes pension funds, house builders, public bodies,private investors and educational institutions.
"Caroline O'Flaherty is a commercially aware senior property lawyer who works hard to conclude a transaction."
"Caroline O'Flaherty has the ability to provide advice to the client about complex legal matters in a simple way to allow a full understanding of matters related to a case."