The fast moving world of retail and leisure remains as vibrant as ever, despite the challenges of new technology, increased competition and an increasingly regulated environment. We offer speed, agility and a deep understanding of the sector to help retailers and leisure operators seize the opportunities generated through changing consumer tastes.
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Lydia Christie | Head of Retail and Leisure
chambers uk 2025Howard Kennedy have a deep understanding of our sector's challenges and they go out of their way to understand business needs and constraints.
The growth and adoption of new technology, an uncertain economic environment and fast changing cultural values mean that the future of retail has never been less secure.
The consequences for those not adapting to the new landscape are acute. You only need to look at the raft of former industry stalwarts who were too slow to respond and paid the ultimate price. To cope in the new world requires a clear strategy and nimble advisers who understand what's at stake.
Whether you’re a fledgling entrepreneur, an established business owner or part of a large corporate team, you need an adviser who’s seen and done it all. Someone who can handle the rapid pace of change and help you stay on course and ahead of the competition.
Hotels, restaurants, high street retailers and luxury brands all rely on us for no-nonsense guidance on doing business. That’s because we understand that even the smallest things have an immediate impact on bottom line results.
We can advise you on every aspect of your operation. People and property, IP and regulatory, funding issues and corporate transactions. And through our extensive industry network, we’ll connect you to the right people as you move through the business lifecycle.
You’ll have a team behind you that’s easy to work with. Who speak the language of retail and leisure. Whatever you’re experiencing they’ll have experienced it before. And whatever the latest trends, they’ll help you make the most of the opportunities and avoid the pitfalls.
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Advising high end luxury cashmere retailer on their flagship store in Mayfair.
Advising high end luxury Belgian brand on their flagship store in New Bond Street.
Advising a high end luxury watch retailer on their flagship store acquisition in New Bond Street.
Acting for a leading retailer for expectant mothers and children's merchandise in relation to their asset management programme.
Acting for Rigby & Peller on their continued acquisition programme.
Advising an international designer eyewear retailer on their continued store acquisition programme.
Advising a French designer swimwear brand on their acquisitions at Westfield, Regent Street and Ledbury Road.
Working closely with you, we'll find the best way to get you quickly and easily from where you are to where you want to be.
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