Goli-Michelle Banan

Goli-Michelle Banan Partner Head of Residential Real Estate

Awards and accolades

Meet Goli-Michelle

With more than a decade’s experience in the prime and core London residential real estate market, I joined Lawrence Stephens as Head of Residential Real Estate.

My established network of clients and business contacts is largely made up of HNW and UHNW private individuals, end users, investors and developers, both individuals and corporate entities, and trust administrators based domestically and internationally.

My specialities include property sales and acquisitions, as well as a vast amount of commercial and mixed-use land acquisitions for residential development, financing and refinancing of individual properties and property portfolios.

Having been recognised as a leading lawyer in directories and a ‘key player’ among professionals within the residential property industry, my attention to detail and reputation as a ‘trusted advisor’ enables clients and introducers of business to gain successful outcomes.  I enjoy developing new and existing professional relationships and am described as being extremely proactive and approachable.

When not working, I am a real ‘foodie’ with a passion for trying new restaurants in and around London.  To counterbalance, I'm an avid gym goer and will attend various fitness classes and gyms around town to keep fit.

Experience highlights 

  • The sale of a £10m flat in Belgravia
  • The purchase of a £12m house purchase in Kensington, Phillimore Estate
  • Purchase of various properties and subsequent refinancing of the property portfolio
  • The purchase of a coach house, which entailed various intricacies and included multiple dwellings relief and a stamp duty saving
  • Purchase of several houses on the prestigious Wentworth Estate

Testimonials

“Goli-Michelle is a breath of fresh air. She knows her subject matter incredibly well, but can translate this to those with far less legal expertise to ensure that matters are understood and the client feels well advised.”

– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026

“Goli-Michelle is very knowledgeable and knows what she’s doing. She’s taken on much more of a leadership role but historically she was always down to get with the details – the nitty-gritty. She made sure something was clean.”

– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026

“Goli-Michelle is excellent. She’s protective of us but pragmatic in getting solutions.”

– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026

“Goli-Michelle has always been my go-to solicitor and is very professional and commercial.”

– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026

”Goli-Michelle has an exemplary reputation in the real estate market in London. She is well known and highly regarded amongst other law firms, estate agents and banks. In all of my dealings with her she provides thorough constructive legally sound advice whilst always seeking to ensure she provides workable solutions to any issues raised.”

“We worked with Goli-Michelle Banan for a property purchase on tight deadline. Lots of other solicitors turned us down. Lawrence Stephens took our case and delivered without any issues ahead of schedule. I would definitely recommend them.”

News & Insights

Residential Real Estate Department Team

Claire Allan Partner Head of Leasehold Enfranchisement
Sian Farrell Senior Associate Residential Real Estate
Laura Gill Senior Associate Residential Real Estate
Aaron Rajan Senior Associate Residential Real Estate
Hafsa Umarji Senior Associate Residential Real Estate
Tilly Kelly Trainee Solicitor Residential Real Estate
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Rosie Liu Paralegal Residential Real Estate (New Build)
Mikaehla Siscar Paralegal Residential Real Estate