Business Details
Leading Commercial Real Estate Law Specialists in London
Maples Teesdale stands as the UK's leading specialist commercial real estate law firm, with a heritage dating back to 1782. Our sole focus on commercial real estate ensures that all our expertise, knowledge, and industry relationships are dedicated to addressing your property requirements. We provide innovative, full-service legal solutions with active partner involvement, serving both UK-based and international clients. Our deep market understanding enables us to deliver commercially astute advice within a legal framework, covering all aspects of real estate transactions, including construction, finance, planning, and dispute resolution.As a B Corp Certified firm, we integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into our practice, supporting clients in achieving sustainability goals through initiatives like green leases. With a team of experienced professionals, we combine technical excellence with a client-centric approach, ensuring timely and practical solutions tailored to your business objectives.
Services
Commercial real estate
Construction disputes
Corporate occupiers
Real estate finance
Planning law
Highlights and features
- We offer 150 years of dedicated commercial real estate law expertise.
- Our B Corp certification reflects our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
- All clients receive direct partner involvement and tailored legal strategies.
- We handle complex transactions with competitive rates and commercial clarity.
- Our ESG-focused solutions align legal frameworks with sustainability goals.
Associations and certifications
- B Corp
What people say
Technical expertise
Partner involvement
Commercial pragmatism
Timely solutions
ESG leadership
Services
Commercial real estate
We advise on acquisition, management, and disposal of investment and occupational properties. Our expertise includes joint ventures, secured finance transactions, planning, and development projects. Clients benefit from proactive asset management and strategic portfolio solutions tailored to their needs.
Construction disputes
Our specialists resolve construction-related conflicts through adjudication, mediation, or litigation. We focus on pragmatic solutions to minimize delays and costs while addressing contract disputes, professional negligence, and insolvency issues within the construction sector.
Real estate finance
We represent lenders and borrowers in real estate investment and development finance. Our services cover senior debt, mezzanine financing, and joint venture structuring, ensuring clients navigate complex capital stack transactions with expert legal guidance.
Planning law
We provide comprehensive advice on town and country planning, including section 106 agreements, compulsory purchase orders, and judicial reviews. Our team ensures compliance with planning policies and resolves enforcement issues for commercial developments.
Corporate occupiers
We assist businesses with office acquisitions, lease negotiations, and portfolio management. Our services include heads of terms agreements, fit-out planning, and break clause execution to minimize business disruption for occupiers.
People
Paul Burke
Partner, Corporate and commercial
Paul Burke specializes in corporate transactions within real estate, offering strategic advice on acquisitions, joint ventures, and offshore structures. His expertise ensures clients achieve commercial objectives through tailored legal solutions.
Neil Sagoo
Partner, Commercial real estate
Neil Sagoo leads commercial real estate transactions, focusing on occupier needs. With extensive experience in office relocations and portfolio management, he delivers practical solutions aligned with client business goals.
John Bosworth
Partner, Planning
John Bosworth is a planning law expert, advising on section 106 agreements, compulsory purchases, and judicial reviews. His pragmatic approach ensures clients navigate complex planning regulations effectively.
Myles Levy
Partner, Construction
Myles Levy specializes in construction law, handling contract disputes and project management agreements. His dual expertise in litigation and development ensures clients receive balanced advice on contentious and non-contentious matters.
Dellah Gilbert
Partner, Real estate disputes
Dellah Gilbert resolves real estate conflicts through litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Her focus on lease break issues, dilapidations, and professional negligence ensures clients achieve timely, cost-effective outcomes.
Questions
What areas of law does Maples Teesdale specialize in?
We focus exclusively on commercial real estate law, covering transactions, development, planning, construction, finance, and dispute resolution.
How long has Maples Teesdale been in operation?
Our firm traces its origins to 1782, with the Maples Teesdale name established in 1875, making us a trusted name in real estate law.
What ESG initiatives does the firm support?
As a B Corp Certified firm, we advise on green leases, net-zero strategies, and sustainable development, aligning legal frameworks with environmental goals.
Do you handle international real estate transactions?
Yes, we collaborate with overseas advisors to provide seamless cross-border solutions for institutional investors and multinational clients.
How does the firm approach client service?
We prioritize direct partner engagement, proactive communication, and tailored strategies to address each client's unique real estate challenges.
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Reviews (7)
Sharon McDermott
Jun 05, 2020
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I can't thank Maples Teasdale enough - their advice was second to none and their clear breadth of experience shone though which gave me great confidence in the property transaction they did for my company. We will definitely be using them again. Thank You!
Tfcc Production
May 12, 2020
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I have used Maples Teesdale for several years. They are excellent; Smart offices, smart people and an excellent service that i can always rely on and consistently provide more information and feedback than requested.
Matthew Eatough
May 03, 2020
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I have used Maples Teesdale on numerous commercial property matters as both landlord and tennant over the past 15 years. Always attentive, great expertise, commercially astute and decent value for money. I will use them in future and recommended them to others. Matthew Eatough, Chairman, Proxima Group.
Mathew Tyers
Feb 17, 2020
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We have used Maples many times over the last few years and found them to be really competent and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
David Klein
Dec 03, 2019
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My family business have used them for a number of years and have always been impressed with their professionalism, clarity and communication. Would highly recommend.
Tracy Goddard
Nov 20, 2019
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Brilliant firm of lawyers who we have been using for the last five years in a commercial capacity. Their retail/shopping centre knowledge is second to none and I am lucky to have attended a number of very interesting and informative seminars hosted by them.
Fran New
Apr 28, 2019
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Absolute shambles of a firm. Charge a fortune for doing nothing. Over 7mths and still no end in site. I'm thinking of walking on the deal. So if your trying to buy a business and these clowns are involved then walk away
