Leading solicitors Steele Raymond LLP has announced a key promotion in its expanding pension property investment (SIPP & SSAS) legal team.

Johanna Hammersley, an experienced pension property investment solicitor joined the firm in 2018 and works in the firm’s specialist SIPP and SSAS Pension Property Investment Team. Johanna specialises in acting for pension trustees in the acquisition, disposal and leasing of commercial properties by Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) schemes and Small Self-Administered Schemes (SSAS).

Johanna also has considerable expertise in more general commercial property work, acting for investors and occupiers in connection with all aspects of commercial property ownership and occupation.

Johanna said:

“I’ve really enjoyed being part of Steele Raymond’s substantial growth over the last two years. I’m delighted to have received this promotion and look forward to continuing my journey with some exciting times planned with the firm.”

Steele Raymond Managing Partner Peter Rolph said:

“We have always remained committed to recognising and promoting talent within our firm. Our people are the most important asset of our firm, and it is vital that they all have the opportunity to fulfil their careers alongside our growth plans. We invest in our teams and are delighted that Johanna has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to our SIPP and SSAS legal services.”

Partner and Head of the Property Group at Steele Raymond Chris Twaits added:

“Johanna is a cornerstone off our growth in the field of pension property investment. Her extensive knowledge of Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs) and Small Self-Administered Schemes (SSASs) allows her to advise all of our clients, whether independent financial advisors, pension trustees or private commercial property investors, in an authoritative and detailed manner.”

If you require further information, or are seeking up-to-date legal advice regarding pension property investments, please contact Chris Twaits or call 01202 983 300.