Partner
Ruth Clare
Real estate investment
Retail portfolio adviser with cross-border experience
I’m a Partner in Shoosmiths’ Real Estate team, advising occupiers, investors and corporates on the full range of property matters. I specialise in retail portfolio strategy, lease negotiations and disposals, with recent highlights including the acquisition of 140+ stores from administrators and the financing of a 170-property portfolio.
Since joining Shoosmiths in 2014, I’ve worked closely with clients to align property decisions with business goals. My approach is bespoke and commercially focussed—acting as an extension of the client team to deliver results.
I’m a member of the Law Society of England & Wales and contribute to Shoosmiths’ mentoring and leadership programmes.
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Brilliant colleagues driving client excellence.
£217.7m
Turnover in 2024.
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180 years of legal excellence.
Recognition & awards
at times appears super-human in her ability to manage complex and contentious lease negotiations while under extreme deadlines
Legal 500
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