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Partner Matt Pearson joins Stephenson Harwood
Law firm Stephenson Harwood LLP has strengthened its construction capabilities with the addition of Partner Matt Pearson, who joins the firm in London.
Matt is a non-contentious construction lawyer whose practice centres on advising a diverse range of clients including developers, asset managers, investment management firms, lenders and sponsors.
Matt’s experience focuses on commercial, mixed-use, high-end residential, build-to-rent, and purpose-built student accommodation schemes, including both new build projects and complex refurbishment and regeneration schemes. Matt is experienced across all major procurement routes, supporting projects from land acquisition through to handover, tenancy, and sale. He has a wealth of experience advising on developments procured using forward funding, joint ventures, and complex development and investment structures.
“With the recent arrival of a number of high-profile partners and promotions within the team, we have built a particularly strong real estate and construction team in London,” said Rebecca Carter, Head of Real Estate and Projects, Stephenson Harwood. “Real estate clients increasingly need our support on investment and development projects. Matt’s expertise, particularly in the investment and development finance aspects of construction and more recently insolvency within the UK construction sector, will be a valuable addition as demand in this area continues to grow. His arrival positions us perfectly to meet the evolving needs of our growing client base.”
With international expertise and broad experience in a wide range of commercial and residential property transactions and major global projects, Stephenson Harwood's real estate and projects practice advises clients all over the world. The team provides a full service offering both for external clients and for other teams within the firm. From major investment acquisitions or disposals to routine landlord and tenant matters, the team offers bespoke services and advice to clients throughout the lifespan of their transaction or project.
