Against that backdrop, Inward investment, new sources of capital and new equity models will play an increasingly important role in delivering the homes the country needs. And a solution anchored in debt, alone, will not work.
Addleshaw Goddard's Social and Affordable Housing Group expects to announce further significant investments and internal promotions in the next month.
Lee Shankland-Gort, Head of Social and Affordable Housing Group commented:
“Amy, Richard, Katie, Tom and James are some of the most talented housing lawyers in the UK with decades of experience. I'm delighted they have chosen to join us.
Our collective ambition is clear: to combine market-leading expertise across finance, development, governance, investment and regulation so that we are the law firm of choice for the most complex, strategic and impactful social and affordable housing work in the UK.”
Amy Shaw, Partner Social and Affordable Housing Group commented:
“I am delighted to be joining Addleshaw Goddard and excited to play a role in growing their Social and Affordable Housing Group; connecting the firm's existing expertise in Housing Finance, with its strong Regeneration and Living credentials. The arrival of myself and others, will bridge the firm's existing strengths and provide dedicated housing focused expertise.”
Richard St John Williams, Partner Social and Affordable Housing Group commented:
“I'm delighted to be joining Addleshaw Goddard's Social and Affordable Housing Group at this pivotal time for the UK's housing challenges. At Addleshaws we can collectively present unparalleled sector knowledge, a full service offering and significant bench strength. That sets us apart from every other firm in the City and in the UK.”
Katie Hardiman, Legal Director, commented:
“I’m thrilled to be joining Addleshaw Goddard and looking forward to playing an active role in the growing and developing their Social and Affordable Housing Group. The expertise of the team will place us at the forefront in delivering for clients on key housing strategies”.
James McCormack Legal Director commented:
"I am delighted to be joining Addleshaw Goddard at this critical time for the UK housing market, and with great change to housing delivery already taking place. I look forward to being able to complement our existing housing development and delivery practice with AG's stellar reputation in real estate and social housing finance. We will be able to bring a highly focussed and dedicated housing service, including development finance, to clients during a time of great change in the industry."
