Commercial Development
The planning and development process is becoming ever more complex, so for our business it is comforting to know that in Michelmores, we have a group of professionals who have the depth and breadth of knowledge which is needed and most importantly are totally committed to looking after our interests.
Andrew Davis - Director, Yelverton PropertiesThe team very quickly grasp the essence of each commission and contribute positively to setting out the options, exploring innovative solutions and clearly articulating the benefits and the risks involved. The combined experience and knowledge of the team is brought to the table, inspiring confidence in the options and advice provided – including the advice which we sometimes would rather not hear.
Legal 500 2022Capacity to upscale team quickly, providing top notch service and advice yet being regional practice and totally accessible
Legal 500 2022The Commercial Development team has a client portfolio including many regional and national leading developers.
These include Eagle One, Midas Construction, St Modwen Developments and Vinci Group.
With the support of the largest Commercial Property department in the South West, our Commercial Devlopment Solicitors have dealt with some of the biggest developments in recent years, from inception through planning, land acquisition and site assembly, through to funding and disposal/letting.
Recent experience
Working with the Environment Bank in rolling out the UK-wide scheme of land acquisitions of suitable agricultural land for the creation and maintenance of habitat credits.
Supporting a subsidiary of Downing LLP (a leading City based investment management group) in its acquisition of the entire shareholding of the Pub People Group with view to supporting the businesses growth. This included conducting real estate due diligence on the portfolio of freehold and leasehold pubs, and the freehold head office.
Areas of focus
KEY CONTACTS
Joanna Damerell
Partner
Paul Paling
PartnerTEAM
Emma Honey
Partner
Stephen Newson
Partner
Melanie Hughes
Partner
Phil Lawrence
Senior Associate
Richard Honey
Partner
Alan Tate
Partner
Paul Beanlands
Partner
Crispin Carpenter
Senior Associate
Chloe Howard-Smith
Partner
Shalini Nilaweera
Senior Associate
Tom Brearley
Associate
Jonny Lane
Associate
Libby Mather
Chartered Legal Executive
Charlie Gauntlett
Associate
Ross Jarvis
Associate