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Market leading Real Estate expertise.

At Acuity Law, our Real Estate team combines deep market insight, genuine innovation and commercial focus to deliver end-to-end Real Estate legal services on significant schemes that shape our cities and communities.

We understand that for investor and developer the disposal of the site is the key moment. Everything we do is built around that objective. Our approach to land acquisition and secured finance is always focused on preparing for eventual disposal and maximising the return on your investment.

Our team, which has senior practitioners with decades of experience in the real estate sector, is supported by cutting-edge technology to deliver an innovative, fast and commercially focused service that makes a real difference. We are also developing bespoke software to further enhance our services for developers and investors, making the journey from acquisition to completion as straightforward as possible.

Working in partnership, often as an extension of your team, we take the time to understand your priorities and work closely with you to help you achieve your goals. We are proud of the long-standing relationships we have with our clients, built on the quality and commerciality of the advice and support we give, our innovative approach and the results we achieve.

Through working closely with you and understanding your objectives from the outset, we can proactively steer Real Estate transactions and projects from feasibility to profitability quickly and effectively. Our comprehensive understanding of investment risks and rewards means we can also provide valuable input, support and guidance on project structures and development strategies. Not just legal advice, but genuine commercial partnership.

Whether you are a developer, landowner, landlord, tenant or investor, our Real Estate specialists have a proven reputation for realising opportunities, navigating complexity and getting deals done efficiently.

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Our real estate law services.

Our Real Estate team handles the full range of transactions and projects, including site set-ups, acquisitions, asset management and disposals, development and regeneration, joint ventures, leasing, construction and engineering, as well as planning and environmental matters.

We have a strong track record advising on major development and urban regeneration projects across the UK, from mixed-use city centre schemes to large-scale residential developments.

Work highlights

Our Real Estate team has advised on some of the most significant development and investment projects across the UK. Here is a selection of recent work.

Central Quay, Cardiff
We advised a commercial property developer on the former Brains Brewery site in Cardiff, known as Central Quay. The transaction for the waterfront residential scheme comprised the £120 million development of Plots 1 and 2 to create approximately 700 new residential units, from studios to three-bedroom penthouse apartments, completed by long leasehold disposal to a UK pension fund.
The Mill, Cardiff
We advised Principality Building Society in connection with its involvement in funding the development of the Mill, Cardiff, an ambitious £100 million residential-led urban regeneration project on the site of a former paper mill.
Boatfolk Marinas Limited
We acted for UK-wide marina operator Boatfolk Marinas Limited on various acquisitions of commercial interests and the ongoing management of its property portfolio.
Private Energy Partners / Quinbrook
We acted for Private Energy Partners, a Quinbrook affiliate, in securing exclusive development rights from renewable energy firm SIMEC Atlantis Energy to develop one of the largest battery storage systems in the UK, advising on the option agreement, lease and associated documentation to locate the development on the former Uskmouth coal-fired power station site.
Eden Living / Warwick Capital Partners
We worked closely with Eden Living, backed by Warwick Capital Partners, on the launch of an innovative private rented sector business focusing on the acquisition and subsequent letting of newly built housing in South Wales and the Southwest of England.
Marshal European Investment Co I Sarl
We acted for BVI-based funder Marshal European Investment Co I Sarl in connection with its funding of development sites across the UK.
Greenhill Investments (Vale) Limited
We acted for Greenhill Investments (Vale) Limited, the owner and developer of a 50-acre industrial site, in its development of an industrial park, involving the sale of parcels of land to various developers and managing the funding structures and securities.
Facilities by ADF
We acted for Facilities by ADF in its acquisition of Location One Ltd, the UK’s largest supplier of location services to the film and TV industry, involving the acquisition of operating sites at Barking, Woking, Manchester, Bristol, Newport and Newcastle.

What our clients say

The one thing that separates Acuity Law from the other legal firms that we do business with is their open and proactive approach to contract drafting and the resolution of any issues that arise that require multi-party agreement.

Technically and commercially astute – understand that there are risks in many deals but that there are often ways of mitigating and minimising those risks to an acceptable level.

I have always found the staff to be very commercial and knowledgeable. They take time to listen and have a good understanding of the business and how we like to act.

Awards & Credentials

The Real Estate Team is ranked Band 1 by Chambers and Partners

Chambers and Partners

The Commercial Property Team is ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500

Legal 500

The Construction Team is ranked Band 2 by Chambers and Partners

Chambers and Partners

The Construction Team is ranked Tier 2 in the Legal 500

Legal 500

2026 Property Law Firm of the Year

Insider Wales Property Awards

Meet the team

Meet the wider team

Our real estate lawyers combine deep market knowledge with genuine commercial focus, helping developers, investors, landowners and tenants get deals done efficiently and on the best possible terms. Get in touch directly, we are always happy to talk through what you need.

Gareth Baker

Senior Partner
Real Estate Team Cardiff
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Steve Morris

Senior Partner
Real Estate Team Cardiff
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Damien Cann

Partner
Real Estate Team Cardiff
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Ben Honour

Senior Partner
Real Estate Team Cardiff
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Christopher Agius

Senior Partner
Banking & Finance Team Real Estate Finance Team Cardiff
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Jennifer Butcher

Senior Partner
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Cardiff
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Philip Graham

Senior Partner
Construction Litigation Team Construction Team Bristol Cardiff Swansea
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Our expertise: We also advise and support on

Our specialist Real Estate Team often work closely with other specialist teams including:

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Construction, Infrastructure and Energy

Advice on the full range of construction, infrastructure and energy law matters, from early-stage procurement through to project completion and beyond.

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Real Estate Finance

Advising funders, developers and borrowers on the financing and refinancing of development and investment projects.

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Corporate

From Series A funding and management buyouts to major acquisitions and full exits, we act on transactions at every stage of the business lifecycle

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Employment and HR

A full range of employment and HR Legal advice including TUPE advice, tribunal defence, HR documentation and general employment advice and guidance.

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Need a law firm on a retainer with preferable rates?

Our Acuity Counsel Service provides you with your own dedicated team, with the ability to manage budget and control costs.

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Meet the Real Estate team.

Steve Morris

Steve Morris

Senior Partner

+44 (0)7717 681 737 [email protected]