Layla Banfield

Associate

Real Estate

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Articles by Layla

About Layla:

Layla is an Associate in our Real Estate team.

Layla advises sellers, buyers, landlords, tenants and lenders on a broad range of commercial property matters. While predominantly focused in the South West, Layla acts for clients across the UK.

Layla works with clients across a variety of sectors and has experience handling complex real estate transactions, providing practical and commercially focused advice to help clients manage risk and achieve their objectives efficiently. Layla has particular expertise in the hospitality and leisure sector, advising on hotels, restaurants, pubs and leisure assets.

“Layla Banfield’s communication is excellent, and her knowledge is exceptional”.

Legal 500

Learn more about Layla's areas of expertise:

Real Estate

Our focus is getting to know our clients’ businesses so that we can provide commercially attuned legal advice.

Financing a commercial property

We have an experienced team of property and finance lawyers, who understand all the legal complexities; we will guide you through the legal process so that you can complete, quickly.

Investing in UK residential property

When you’re investing in buy to let, you need to be sure that your investments are sound and your future return is protected. By looking at the full picture, we help you make sure you are making the right investments.
health and social construction

Property development, construction and finance

We act for operators, developers, construction companies and lenders in the care sector, delivering a partner-led, cost-effective and knowledgeable service.

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Briefing Note: Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill 2026
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The post action stages of the commercial lease renewal process
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