Built on success
- Bringing people, capital and opportunity together
- Enabling clients to decide, extracting maximum value from their assets
- Creating commercial solutions to get the deal done
Our Residential Real Estate team advises on a wide range of residential property. Drawing on a wealth of experience, we handle property matters with varying degrees of complexity, providing a client-focused service of the highest quality and delivering practical, relevant and commercially-driven advice to support our clients’ objectives.
A diverse spectrum of UK and international clients use our services including: companies, developers, property funds, financial institutions, corporate/retail occupiers, family offices, trust administrators, private investors and high-net-worth individuals.
They all need advice that blends legal expertise with sound commercial judgment. In delivering such advice, we ensure that their investments are protected and their transactions proceed smoothly.
Our reputation is built on substantial sectoral expertise combined with significant experience of navigating the UK property market. Underpinning our bespoke service, we offer a tailored approach that is uniquely designed to suit the needs of each individual client.
Operating to tight deadlines, we identify problems and offer clear, concise solutions that enable successful client outcomes. We work closely with the Firm’s other specialist departments to ensure that every aspect of each transaction is handled seamlessly.
We also have established relationships with other professional service providers (e.g. agents, financiers, and surveyors), helping each transaction to proceed and optimising our clients’ commercial interests.
Accreditation by the Conveyancing Quality Scheme recognises the high standards of conveyancing advice that our firm provides and the steps that we take to manage and mitigate risks.
Our residential property work and expertise includes:
- Leasehold and freehold purchases and sales for both UK and overseas clients
- Re-mortgages: residential mortgages, development finance, short-term bridging loans, primary and mezzanine funding, debt restructuring, and Islamic/Shariah-compliant financing.
- Exclusivity / lock out agreements
- Auction sales and purchases
- Leases: both statutory and non-statutory lease extensions
- Transfers of equity
- Plot sales and purchases
- Funding arrangements for property acquisition and development transactions
- Joint ownership agreements
“The individuals at Lawrence Stephens are experts in their respective fields and they have a very consultative approach to ensure that a subject matter expert is involved to get deals done smoothly.”
– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026
“What distinguishes Lawrence Stephens is the level of care and attention they give to each matter, combined with consistently clear and proactive communication. They take the time to understand the wider context of each transaction, not just the legal aspects, and are highly responsive to both clients and professional counterparts. Their approach is practical and solutions-focused, with a genuine effort to keep all parties informed and transactions moving, particularly on time-sensitive matters. This level of engagement and communication sets them apart from many others in the industry.”
– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026
“The team at Lawrence Stephens embraces innovation and modern working practices, using technology intelligently to streamline processes and improve client experience. Above all, they take genuine ownership of each matter, acting as true partners in the transaction and providing a level of personal attention, commitment and reliability that is rare in the market. This blend of expertise, efficiency and client‑centred service makes them a standout practice within the industry.”
– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026
“Lawrence Stephens prioritised understanding client needs, resulting in tailored solutions that truly resonate. This commitment to client satisfaction builds long-lasting relationships and fosters loyalty. Their firm boasts a wealth of knowledge and experience. This expertise enables us to tackle complex challenges effectively and with confidence.”
– Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2026
