David O'Dwyer

Partner

David specialises in commercial real estate transactions acting for a full range of clients including funders, landlords, tenants, operators, developers and investors.

He has extensive experience in a broad range of sectors including leisure, licensed premises, retail and offices and in dealing with development and finance matters.

David is experienced in dealing with portfolio work and high value individual transactions. 

He is a founding member of BARS (Bar and Restaurant Solicitors Group) and a committee member of the Leisure Property Forum.

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David O'Dwyer and the Simkins team were instrumental in guiding us through our recent lease agreement in London; his expertise and dedicated approach ensured an efficient and successful negotiation.
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David and the Simkins team have provided strategic, commercially focused advice on a number of complex transactions. They understand our business and their pragmatic approach and sector knowledge has been invaluable as we explore exciting growth opportunities.
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