Ben Law

Partner

Ben is a partner in the commercial real estate team in London. He is a trusted advisor to a diverse client base, including listed funds, private equity, developers, family offices and UHNW private clients, both from the UK and internationally.

His practice spans multiple asset classes, from traditional sectors including offices, retail and logistics, through to more ‘alternative’ assets including social real estate, later living and build-to-rent. He has developed a particular expertise in advising clients in the supported living investment market.

I pride myself on developing deep relationships with my clients, understanding what their commercial drivers are, and tailoring my advice accordingly. My responsiveness, proactivity and ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to drive transactions forward delivers real added value.

Ben Law, Partner

Clients value Ben’s proactive and commercial attitude and his appreciation of the key drivers on transactions. He takes a pragmatic and solution-orientated approach, working collaboratively with all parties to ensure transactions progress smoothly. Clients appreciate his ability to anticipate challenges and provide innovative solutions that align with their commercial objectives. Ben has a keen interest in leveraging technology to enhance the delivery of legal services and forms part of the firm’s AI working group. He actively explores the use of machine learning and generative AI to streamline processes, identify potential risks at an earlier stage, and improve the overall efficiency of real estate transactions.

Recent work highlights

Investment sale

Acting for an institutional investor on the sale of a central London office building for £110 million.

Camden Market

Assisting LabTech on the full range of asset management matters across its Camden portfolio, including the world-famous Camden Market.

Specialist supported housing

Acting for a listed REIT on the acquisition of a portfolio of recently completed residential developments for use as specialised supported housing.

Hotel investment

Representing a US private equity fund on the £115 million acquisition of a central London hotel.

Residential development

Acting for Scarborough Group on the £1 billion residential-led development of Middlewood Locks, Salford.

Serviced offices

Acting on the real estate aspects of the corporate sale of part of a serviced office business to a US private equity fund for c. £500 million.