Let’s Get Behind Leeds’ Bid to Host the Green Investment Bank
I recently attended the launch of Leeds’ bid to host one of the coalition government’s…
James Lawson
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Housebuilding - Positive Signs and Big Challenges Ahead
After taking a hard hit in the recession, there are now clear signs that Britain's major house build…
“Property deals don’t get done by simply sitting behind a desk and my main focus is always the best deal for my clients. Down to earth and highly commercially minded, I often visit clients’ premises and see it as part of my role to fully understand their market realities, approach to risk and day-to-day constraints, as I partner them through the property purchase or sale process.
“Working with sole traders, entrepreneurs, private individuals right through to some of the UK’s largest property companies, including Persimmon Homes and Urban Splash, I advise and support a diverse range of clients. I deal with the detail, giving them room to focus fully on their key commercial concerns. Navigating a shifting landscape I always aim to be practical, highly approachable and available, building long-term working partnerships based on clarity, trust and flexibility.
“Within Clarion my primary focus is to grow the property team’s expertise and experience, I also lead on private and public tenders and pitches.”
Career Path
- 1992 Nottingham University, Law Degree
- 1993 Nottingham and Trent University, Professional Law Exams
- 1993 Trained at Eversheds within the Property team
- 1995 Senior Associate within Eversheds
- 2008 Joined Clarion as a Partner