LISTED BUILDINGS
Historical buildings and lands involve complex property, planning, and conservation considerations, including heritage protection, maintenance obligations, and redevelopment restrictions. We advise councils, trusts, and investors on navigating these issues to preserve heritage assets while maximising their strategic and commercial potential.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
10 Downing Street.
House of Lords.
Admiralty Arch.
St James’s Park.
Old Admiralty Building.
Horse Guards Parade.
Bomber Command Memorial.
Hyde Park.
The Mall.
Sandringham Estate.
Lancaster House.
Legal issues that may arise
Protection of English heritage buildings and land.
Planning controls.
Acquisition of heritage buildings and land by public authorities.
Consequences of carrying out works without consent.
Events and commercial contracts relating to heritage buildings and land.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.