Dovetail Law

Excellence without compromise

Dovetail combines senior judgement with commercial fluency, working closely with clients and counterparties to move transactions forward with clarity, pace and discipline. Our work stands up under pressure and reflects the high standards we set.

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Collaborative execution

We align lawyers, clients and advisers around shared objectives, creating the cohesion and momentum required to close deals efficiently.

Dovetail Law

Commercial thinking at our centre

We partner with sophisticated clients who expect joined-up, commercially grounded advice. By focusing on outcomes, anticipating issues early and supporting strategic decision-making, we help our clients achieve their objectives.

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Selective by design

Our recruitment process is deliberately selective, ensuring Dovetail’s lawyers are aligned in judgement, standards and approach. We operate as a cohesive group of experienced lawyers who collaborate closely and deliver consistently strong results.

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Long-term partnership

Dovetail builds relationships that last. Our clients trust us because we work with them closely, understand how they operate, support their ambitions and deliver advice aligned with their goals, time and again.

“Liz and her team provide a professional and efficient service coupled with high‑quality legal advice. They are responsive, proactive and always manage every aspect of our transactions in a stress‑free manner. Liz has a strong understanding of our objectives, anticipating any risks and issues and always offering pragmatic solutions — she is an excellent lawyer who consistently delivers the results we want, on time and at the agreed cost.”

Jonathan Morgan, CEO, Reflex Property Finance

“A very reassuring presence on transactions which have repetitive features or cycles, or particularly where structuring for growth/expansion. A highly competent lawyer, she fully gets it. A keen eye to discern, and to protect and involve her client throughout. She forms part of the team. I highly commend her both as a person and as a skilled professional.”

London based UHNW and serial real estate investor

“Strong on delivery, focused on the job, Jill is a dedicated professional lawyer who goes the extra mile to ensure that each project is delivered on time and in a stress-free manner so we can get on with running our business. We are delighted she is on our team.” 

Julian Curnuck, Chief Executive, Urban Splash

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Representative Matters

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATEREAL ESTATE FINANCE

Advised on the £40m financing of a project to replace a residential block on Sloane Avenue with a high-end development comprising 24 new apartments and a flagship retail unit.

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATEDEVELOPMENT

Advising a US-backed joint venture on acquisition of a 143-acre former clay brick quarry for development of a 1.75m sq ft film studio complex.

CORPORATE FINANCEPRIVATE CAPITALDEVELOPMENT AND REAL ESTATE INTERFACECROSS-BORDER

Advised investors in Cayman Fund in UK Real Estate, on structuring of property fund and related matters.

REAL ESTATE FINANCE

Advised an owner/developer on its £82.5m financing from NatWest for the refinance and development of “The Portal” North Acton, London.

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