People
Ben Pickup is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer, specialising in complex property transactions.
His friendly and diligent approach has won him respect among both his clients and professional contemporaries and he always seeks a balance between commercial realism and achieving the best outcome for his clients.
The Legal 500 UK comments:
“Ben Pickup and Ian Beardmore go out of their way to understand client requirements.”



People
Ben’s expertise includes taking development sites from initial promotion to acquisition and financing, through to lettings and ultimate investment disposal.
He has particular experience in retail and residential developments and acting for investors in purchasing and selling commercial property.
Ben has acted for several regional and national residential developers, retail and other commercial developers, family wealth investment companies, and a number of agricultural landowners dealing with the potential development of their land.
Notable work highlights include:
He completed his Bachelor of Laws at the University of Hertfordshire and his Legal Practice Course at The College of Law, Guildford.
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Testimonial
“A strong local focus with national capabilities. They provide a highly responsive, excellent partner-led service.”
“Ben Pickup and Ian Beardmore go out of their way to understand client requirements.”
“We have been working with Ben for over 10 years, during which time he has advised and represented us in connection with a number of commercial and mixed-use developments, from initial acquisition, through to lettings and funding schemes with national and international investment funds in relation to large scale supermarkets, retail parades, public houses, day nurseries, and residential units.
“We have consistently been impressed by the high quality of service, dedication and attention to detail that Ben delivers. He provides clear, no nonsense advice and understands our business and commercial needs.”
Scott Davidson
Managing Director
“Flint Bishop’s team is highly regarded for its involvement in development projects, including residential, commercial, retail, leisure, industrial and mixed-use schemes. The scope of its expertise in this area includes site acquisitions and disposals, site assembly, joint ventures, options and forward funding agreements. The group acts for some of the largest property and construction firms in the East Midlands.”
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