Paul is a partner in our Real Estate division and advises clients on a broad range of issues including the acquisition and disposal of commercial properties, commercial development and real estate finance.
With a wealth of experience in commercial leasing, Paul handles the lease management needs of a stable of household name retailers and institutional landlords alike in matters ranging from new leases, variations, re-gears, licences, assignations and sub-leases to lease surrenders and dilapidations settlements.
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