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Posted by Andrew Jones & Claire Waring on 25 September 2024

Andrew Jones Real Estate Partner
Claire Waring - Property Development Lawyer
Claire Waring Partner
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Andrew Jones

Real Estate Partner

Andrew is responsible for the performance of the firm’s real estate group. He advises clients on the acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold commercial properties.
Claire is a senior lawyer specialising in strategic land and residential development. She advises on land acquisition, development, disposal, and promotion for developers, promoters, landowners, local authorities and Registered Providers.

Andrew Jones

Andrew is responsible for the performance of the firm’s real estate group. He advises clients on the acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold commercial properties.

Claire Waring

Claire is a senior lawyer specialising in strategic land and residential development. She advises on land acquisition, development, disposal, and promotion for developers, promoters, landowners, local authorities and Registered Providers.

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