Real estate, planning & construction
Understanding real estate, planning and construction law
At Russell-Cooke, we’re different from our peers.
We work as an integral part of and alongside our clients’ businesses to help achieve their full potential.
We provide a first class service on all aspects of commercial property, whether advising on investment, development or financing. We understand the importance of providing commercial, comprehensive advice at every stage.
We work with you as well as for you. Our clients remain so for years because we go the extra mile.
How our real estate, planning and construction solicitors can help you
The breadth of our real estate practice and our varied client base distinguishes us from other firms.
We work in all areas of the sector, from houseboats to helipads. We act for HNW individuals, family businesses, investors, developers, charities, and for both landlords and tenants.
We have experience supporting high-profile matters for large multinational companies.
Residents’ freehold and management companies
Our specialist solicitors regularly work together to advise agents, directors, and shareholders on all matters relating to RFMCs, whether relating...
Corporate occupier
Our expert advice provides our clients with assurance in the rapidly evolving retail sector and assists them in expanding and building a solid base for their portfolio...
The team is very responsive and provides down to earth commercial and pragmatic advice. Every challenge thrown at them is always met head-on, with no issues or pushback with more complex matters.
Our approach
Our expertise and in-depth market knowledge is especially strong in the retail sector. We advise investment landlords on retail properties and high-profile retailers such as Wasabi, Pret A Manger and Eat.
We prioritise commercial awareness of a client’s business needs, enabling us to deliver solid commercial advice as opposed to just providing legal advice. This has resulted in enduring relationships with key clients.
We are part of the Legus and Lexunion international networks of law firms and work closely with property lawyers overseas to ensure our clients’ property needs are met throughout the world.
Our team offers a ‘full service’ for our real estate clients. This includes:
- acting on site acquisitions
- advising on planning issues, construction and development matters as well as investment, lettings and ultimately disposals
Corporate real estate
We field a full-service commercial property department, which is adept in handling investments, landlord and tenant work, finance transactions and...
Real estate investment
We can advise on the most appropriate vehicle for the acquisition and the best way of structuring and financing the transaction...
Planning
Our planning team regularly deals with the type of bespoke, time-critical and high value work typical of top City firms, often facing much larger teams.
We work closely with clients and their advisers, often from an early stage, so that planning proposals can be drawn up in a way most likely to achieve success. We advise on high-profile matters on niche areas of planning law and can support you on matters that involve novel issues of law.
We have a wide range of clients including strategic land owners, property developers, land promoters, charities, planning consultants, private individuals, financial institutions and energy companies and work on projects of all sizes across England and Wales.
Planning for businesses
Our planning lawyers are deliberately part of our real estate team, as we recognise that often planning is not a discrete area...
Planning for individuals
The planning team covers a comprehensive range of advice and support throughout all aspects of the planning process...
Construction
Our construction specialists advise funders, employers and contractors on a wide range of construction matters.
We can help you with:
- building contracts and sub-contracts (industry standard or bespoke)
- consultants' appointments
- collateral warranties and third party rights
- performance bonds and parent company guarantees
Our clients include major public companies, charities, independent and public sector developers, contractors and a wide range of clients in the construction field. The sites under development are very diverse, ranging from large mixed-use schemes on brownfield sites to small residential developments.
Commercial development and construction
We understand the importance of providing commercial, comprehensive advice at every stage - from initial consideration...
Construction disputes
We advise owners, employers, developers, contractors, sub-contractors and construction professionals (including architects and surveyors) on disputes...
Family Office service
About our Family Office services
Russell-Cooke’s Family Office offer clear, practical advice on anything from wills and pre-nuptial agreements to business and property portfolios via philanthropic aims and reputational issues.
Find out how Russell-Cooke’s Family Office provide families with seamless access to the specialist advice they need and when they need it.
Family Office service
Find out how we can help individuals and families make informed decisions about their future planning and navigate the difficult conversations that might otherwise lead to conflict.
Rural and agribusiness services
About our rural and agribusiness services
Our cross-sector rural and agribusiness legal team offers cutting-edge guidance for a rapidly evolving sector. From viticulture and renewables to forestry, natural capital, and film location agreements, we stay ahead of legislative changes to help clients seize strategic opportunities.
Discover how our expertise provides comprehensive legal advice to the unique needs of rural enterprises.
Rural and agribusiness services
Our experienced agribusiness team support landed estates, farmers, and agribusinesses in areas such as rural asset management, diversification, estate planning, and agricultural disputes.
Get in touch
If you would like to speak with a member of the team you can contact our real estate planning and construction solicitors; Holborn office (Email Holborn) +44 (0)20 3826 7523; Kingston office (Email Kingston) +44 (0)20 3826 7518; Putney office (Email Putney) +44 (0)20 3826 7518 or complete our form.
Get to know our real estate, planning and construction team
Get in touch with one of our solicitors
There is peace of mind that there is always a senior partner available to make contact with if necessary, however this is rarely needed as the strength of their associates is very good. Compared to other firms, their efficiency stands out along with their clear advice and understanding of different scenarios.
The firm balances the needs of providing legal advice with the commerciality of the client and their needs.
Read the latest e-update from our real estate, planning and construction team
At Russell Cooke, we're committed to providing you with the knowledge and resources you need to navigate the ever-evolving real estate legal landscape. Our curated content is tailored for real estate enthusiasts, industry professionals and legal experts.
07.05.2025
Real estate legal news—May 2025
Welcome to the fifth edition of Russell-Cooke’s real estate legal news. We continue to keep updated of legal developments and the trends in the UK real estate world...
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