Meet The Team
Gary S Simmons BA (Hons) Partner - Gary was admitted as a Solicitor in 1982. He trained and later became a partner in West End
firm Brecher & Co. He specialises in all aspects of Property Law acting for a wide range of clients. He also advises a number
of retailers and has extensive experience of modern day institutional shopping centre leases where the structure of the transactions and the associated documents tend to be complex. Gary also advises a substantial pension
fund with an extensive commercial portfolio on all aspects of landlord and tenant litigation. Gary is a firm believer in providing
each client with the bespoke service their requirements deserve. This approach means his clients always have direct and continuous
contact with him throughout a transaction.
Jeffrey H Stein LL.B (Hons) Partner - Jeffrey was admitted as a Solicitor in 1985 and was similarly trained at Brecher & Co
where he first met Gary Simmons. Jeffrey also specialises in all aspects of Property Law. His particular bias is on residential property and
acted for a public company on its disposal of 1500 residential units for £38 million. He is also an expert on leasehold enfranchisement and
regularly advises lessees when they either wish to purchase the freehold interest in their blocks or extend the term of their leases. A
particular strength is Jeffreys interest in people and a willingness to find effective solutions rather than legal obstacles.
Jeremy Alton BA (Hons) Consultant – Jeremy was admitted as a Solicitor in 1972. He joined the family firm of Whitehouse Gibson
and Alton who were based in Chancery Lane. He was made a partner shortly thereafter. Jeremy specialises in Probate Law, Trusts, Wills and
Inheritance Tax planning. He has been advising on these matters for almost 40 years. One of the estates he administered included the largest
legacy ever received by the National Trust to date. Jeremy enjoys working with people and has many clients who are second and third generation
of their family and still instruct him.