Ashfords strengthens real estate team with partner hire

Gavin joins from Dentons with over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, including landlord and tenant, development, investment, funding and asset management. He also has extensive experience advising the energy, logistics, office and retail sectors.

This appointment reflects Ashfords' continued investment in the real estate and wider commercial services sectors.

Gavin said: “Ashfords real estate team has a strong reputation for advising commercial and public bodies across the country, delivering specialist advice and building long term relationships with clients. I am excited to join the team and contribute to the growth and success of the sector.”

Robin de Wreede, partner and head of the real estate team at Ashfords, said: “Gavin’s appointment reflects our continued investment in growing our real estate team. His strong track record in commercial real estate combined with his specific expertise in the energy sector, aligns perfectly with our strategic aims and we look forward to welcoming him to the team.”

Ashfords’ real estate team provides legal advice and support on nationwide large scale property developments, urban regeneration, self-invested pension schemes and real estate investments. The team works with a range of clients including private individuals, house builders, commercial developers, offshore investors, planners, housing associations and local authorities.

The team achieved Tier 1 status for Commercial Property in the Legal 500, alongside Band 1 for Real Estate Litigation and Band 2 for Real Estate in Chambers this year.

For further information, please contact our real estate team.