Matthew Clake

Partner & Solicitor

Commercial Property

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“The Commercial Property section of the Ellis Jones website identifies that Ellis Jones’ key objectives are to “provide balanced clear commercial advice and a truly personal service”. Matt Clake, succeeds in meeting these objectives as well as providing a first class service.”

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“They have met all enquiries with relish and enthusiasm, and dealt with them in a most professional manner. I have no hesitation in recommending Ellis Jones as a professional and legal advisor and in particular Matthew Clake, who goes the extra mile.”

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“Very responsive and ready to support their clients with professionalism, energy and focus”

Commercial Property – Legal 500 UK 2022

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My Approach

A proactive approach, with advice based on both the law, and on commercial realities.

Area of Expertise

Recent Work

  • Resolving of title problems on a bespoke conversion of a listed building.
  • Acting on behalf of a convenience store chain in its acquisition of circa 50 stores (on going).
  • Acting on behalf of the developer of the largest private residential development in Bournemouth (85 apartments).
  • Acting in the matter of the negotiation and agreeing of a complex Estate Deed near Gatwick airport, involving 7 other law firms.

Professional Associations & Qualifications

  • Qualified as a solicitor in September 2002
  • Legal Practice Course from College of Law Chester
  • Common Professional Examination from College of Law Chester
  • BA (Hons) Econ from University of Manchester in Economics and Politics
  • Recommended Lawyer by The Legal 500 UK 2023 for Commercial Property

My Approach

A proactive approach, with advice based on both the law, and on commercial realities.

Area of Expertise

Recent Work

  • Resolving of title problems on a bespoke conversion of a listed building.
  • Acting on behalf of a convenience store chain in its acquisition of circa 50 stores (on going).
  • Acting on behalf of the developer of the largest private residential development in Bournemouth (85 apartments).
  • Acting in the matter of the negotiation and agreeing of a complex Estate Deed near Gatwick airport, involving 7 other law firms.

Professional Associations & Qualifications

  • Qualified as a solicitor in September 2002
  • Legal Practice Course from College of Law Chester
  • Common Professional Examination from College of Law Chester
  • BA (Hons) Econ from University of Manchester in Economics and Politics
  • Recommended Lawyer by The Legal 500 UK 2023 for Commercial Property

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