We are delighted to share that Lawrence Stephens has been appointed to LendInvest’s Bridging panel.
Launched in 2008, LendInvest has grown to be a leading platform for property finance, offering short-term, development and buy-to-let mortgages to intermediaries, landlords and developers across the UK. Since then, they have lent more than £3 billion of mortgages and have helped to put thousands of new or improved homes into the UK housing market.
Leanne Ardron, Director of Bridging Finance at LendInvest said: “Lawrence Stephens will play an important role in supporting our growth objectives. With a commitment to excellence and responsiveness, there is good alignment with LendInvest’s ambition to ‘getting things done’”.
Arnold Enefé, Bridging Operations Change Manager at LendInvest added: “As our business continues to grow, it’s important for us to extend the range of advisers with the skillset and experience of bridging specialists such as Lawrence Stephens”Director and Head of Real Estate Finance, Gregory Palos, commented: “Ambitious organisations like LendInvest are core to our focus on Financial Institutions. We have enjoyed working with them since being appointed to their Development Panel in 2019 and we are delighted to formally extend what is already a very good relationship”.
Lawrence Stephens looks forward to this further collaboration with LendInvest in helping their clients achieve their objectives.
Lawrence Stephens is proud to have been recognised in the 2025 edition of the Legal 500 UK directory. Our Real Estate Finance and Banking teams have been ranked as Tier 7 in the Property Finance category, and our Sports and Entertainment team has achieved a Tier 5 ranking in the Sport category within the TMT (Technology, Media and Telecoms) section.
We were also delighted to learn that Angélique Richardson, an Associate in our Sports and Entertainment team, has been recognised as a ‘Leading Associate’ for her exceptional contribution and commitment to providing top-tier legal and career management advice to elite athletes.
The Legal 500 UK edition provides a comprehensive overview of the top law firms in the United Kingdom. It includes detailed qualitative reviews from many law firms, barristers’ chambers, and individual lawyers. The rankings are based on feedback from law firm clients which helps firms benchmark their expertise and performance in various areas.
Managing Director Steven Bernstein said: “It is fantastic to see the firm recognised in this way. While it is no surprise, we are delighted to see the firm listed amongst the best in the country and shows just how far we have come. We look forward to building on these foundations and seeing more of our people and teams achieving this distinction.”
Lawrence Stephens is proud to have been recognised in the 2025 edition of the Legal 500 UK directory. Our Real Estate Finance and Banking teams have been ranked as Tier 7 in the Property Finance category, and our Sports and Entertainment team has achieved a Tier 5 ranking in the Sport category within the TMT (Technology, Media and Telecoms) section.
We were also delighted to learn that Angélique Richardson, an Associate in our Sports and Entertainment team, has been recognised as a ‘Leading Associate’ for her exceptional contribution and commitment to providing top-tier legal and career management advice to elite athletes.
The Legal 500 UK edition provides a comprehensive overview of the top law firms in the United Kingdom. It includes detailed qualitative reviews from many law firms, barristers’ chambers, and individual lawyers. The rankings are based on feedback from law firm clients which helps firms benchmark their expertise and performance in various areas.
Managing Director Steven Bernstein said: “It is fantastic to see the firm recognised in this way. While it is no surprise, we are delighted to see the firm listed amongst the best in the country and shows just how far we have come. We look forward to building on these foundations and seeing more of our people and teams achieving this distinction.”
Posted on: September 5th, 2024 by Hugh Dineen-Lees
We are delighted to announce that Lawrence Stephens has been appointed to YBS Commercial Mortgages’ legal panel.
Gregory Palos, Head of Real Estate Finance at Lawrence Stephens, commented:
“We’re excited to be able to contribute our expertise to YBS Commercial Mortgages and its customers by providing proactive and insightful legal support.”
“Adding Lawrence Stephens’ wealth of experience and proven track record to our legal panel, demonstrates our commitment to delivering a top-tier service to all our partners.”
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Lawrence Stephens is committed to delivering excellence and fostering strong client relationships. Our inclusion in YBS’ panel reflects our dedication to these principles.
The Borrower team at Lawrence Stephens, led by Nisha Saigal and supported by Claire Boyd and Aida Gashi, has been making significant strides this summer in the real estate market. They’ve taken on a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties, collaborating with various lenders.
Here’s a closer look at some of their July deals:
Deal 1: Refinancing of Residential Flats
The Lawrence Stephens team facilitated the refinancing of two residential flats, with a substantial loan amount of £2.45 million. Acting as the sole representative for the borrower, they collaborated with the Bank for Intermediaries/Professionals as the lender. Their expertise in navigating complex transactions played a crucial role in achieving success.
Deal 2: Refinancing of HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation)
The team successfully refinanced three Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) with a loan amount of £1.45 million. Acting as the sole representative for the borrower, they collaborated with Hampshire Trust Bank plc as the lender. Their expertise in managing complex transactions ensured a smooth process for all parties involved.
Deal 3: Purchase of Freehold Property
The Borrower team also facilitated the acquisition of a freehold property, subject to tenancy, with a loan amount of £138,000. The transaction involved dual representation, and the lender was a specialist in Buy-to-Let financing. Their ability to navigate complex scenarios and find practical solutions was instrumental in achieving a successful outcome.
Lawrence Stephens’ Real Estate Finance Borrower team, led by Nisha Saigal and supported by Claire Boyd and Aida Gashi, have hit the ground running taking on an impressive range of residential and commercial properties with various lenders. Here is a snapshot of some of their deals.
1. Bridging Deal: 9 Days to Completion
In a remarkable feat, Lawrence Stephens assisted a client in completing a bridging deal within just nine days from the receipt of the mortgage offer. The property in question was an auction purchase with a purchase price of £820,000. The lender involved was KSEYE, and the swift execution underscores the team’s agility and commitment to their clients.
2. HMO Property Refinance
The Real Estate Finance Team also handled a refinance for an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) property. The loan amount was £300,000, and the transaction involved dual representation. The team’s industry-wide experience in the commercial, residential, healthcare, and leisure sectors played a crucial role in ensuring a successful outcome.
3. Freehold Subject to Tenancy
Lastly, Lawrence Stephens facilitated the purchase of a freehold property subject to tenancy. The property had a purchase price of £535,000, and once again, dual representation was involved. The BTL (Buy-to-Let) specialist lender supported this transaction, demonstrating the team’s ability to navigate complex scenarios and find practical solutions.
We are pleased to share with you that we have acted on a £6 million loan for our clients Blue Shield Capital on the refinance of three stabilised, income-producing residential assets.
This £6 million facility will allow the borrower to facilitate a restructure of their group operations and refinance some of their property portfolio in order to expand their business.
Commenting on this transaction, Ajoy Bose-Mallick said “we have completed on another important funding facility for our clients which will expand their loan book and showcase their ability to fund larger complex transactions. Again this deal highlighted the Banking and Real Estate Finance team working seamlessly together to deliver on a successful completion for our clients.”
We are delighted to share that Lawrence Stephens has been appointed as a panel firm by Glenhawk, the award-winning short-term real estate lender.
This strategic partnership comes in the wake of Glenhawk’s announcement earlier this year that it has secured substantial funding to bolster its lending capacity and enter the buy-to-let market. With a continuing drive to remain competitive and market-leading in the bridging finance space, Glenhawk are revamping its range of unregulated and regulated products while introducing new products in order to deliver an ongoing programme of growth.
Lawrence Stephens will play a crucial role in supporting Glenhawk’s growth objectives. With a commitment to excellence and delivering top-tier legal services, there is an alignment with Glenhawk’s ethos of quality and integrity within the industry.
Guy Harrington, CEO of Glenhawk, commented: “Lawrence Stephens’ reputation as a well-established high-quality law firm makes them a welcome addition to our panel solicitors. We’re delighted to be working with Greg and his team.”
Director and Head of Real Estate Finance, Gregory Palos, added: “Our multi-disciplinary firm has a long track record of being a people business devoted to delivering a high-quality personal service to clients. We’re proud to be supporting Glenhawk in the next step of their lending journey.”
Lawrence Stephens looks forward to this collaboration with Glenhawk that promises to enhance the lending landscape and deliver exceptional service to clients across the board.
We are pleased to share with you that we have acted on a £6 million loan for our clients Blue Shield Capital on the refinance of three stabilised, income-producing residential assets.
This £6 million facility will allow the borrower to facilitate a restructure of their group operations and refinance some of their property portfolio in order to expand their business.
Commenting on this transaction, Ajoy Bose-Mallick said “we have completed on another important funding facility for our clients which will expand their loan book and showcase their ability to fund larger complex transactions. Again this deal highlighted the Banking and Real Estate Finance team working seamlessly together to deliver on a successful completion for our clients.”
Our Real Estate Finance team have recently completed their first deal for Butterfield Mortgages Limited – a £3.9million loan over a property in West London.
The loan has a five-year term and was secured over a Knightsbridge property with a value of £6million. The transaction involved the refinance of several leasehold titles
Butterfield Mortgages provide specialised mortgage solutions for domestic and international high net worth clients.
Gregory Palos was assisted by Lawrence Molloy and Sophie Morton who worked tirelessly to ensure a swift and successful completion of this loan which pleased all parties involved.
Lawrence commented:“A complex matter which required careful consideration from all parties, we are delighted to have secured this loan and navigated the multiple refinances involved in this deal. It was a pleasure to work alongside the team from Butterfield Mortgages on our first deal together, and we look forward to strengthening our relationship over the coming months.”
Posted on: April 10th, 2024 by Maverick Freedlander
Lawrence Stephens’ Banking and Real Estate Finance team recently advised Blue Shield Capital on a £3.4 million 12-month bridge loan for the borrower – an ultra-high net worth family office.
The loan will enable the borrower to achieve new planning consent on an industrial asset in London’s Alexandra Palace. The team worked hard to ensure that all aspects of this deal were completed swiftly and thoroughly and achieve the best result for the client.
The Banking team from Lawrence Stephens was led by Director and Head of Banking Ajoy Bose-Mallick, with assistance from Senior Associate Ashley Wright and Trainee Solicitor Alex Ruder. Senior Associate Rachel Coulthard led on the real estate aspects of this transaction.
Ajoy commented: “Collaborating with the team at Blue Shield Capital, we are delighted to have expedited another swift and successful bridging loan for our client. The team worked hard to get this deal across the line and the team at Blue Shield Capital once again demonstrated the utmost professionalism and efficiency.
“Well done to all those involved, as their commitment and contributions led to a fantastic result for all parties involved.”
Posted on: March 19th, 2024 by Maverick Freedlander
Lawrence Stephens’ Banking and Real Estate Finance teams recently advised Blue Shield Capital on a 12-month bridging loan in a complicated deal structure which involved a high amount of property due diligence, multiple contemplated changes in deal structure and complex legal issues that required multi-disciplinary support from the LS team.
The £3.4 million loan facilitates the purchase of a portfolio of 18 flats across Wembley and Harrow. The Lawrence Stephens and Blue Shield Capital teams worked seamlessly together to secure a successful completion for the client.
The team from Lawrence Stephens was led by Director and Head of Banking, Ajoy Bose-Mallick on the banking & finance aspects and Senior Associate Rachel Coulthard on the real estate finance side. They received crucial assistance from a cross-departmental team including Director Gregory Palos, Senior Associates Ashley Wright and Abtin Yeganeh, Solicitor Bola Kim, and Trainee Solicitors Electra Kallidou, Sophie Morton and Alex Ruder.
Ajoy commented: “As always, it was a pleasure to work with the stellar team at Blue Shield Capital to complete this complicated transaction for the client, which makes an exciting addition to their real estate financing loan book.”
