Global law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie announces the appointment of Sophie Schultz as partner in its real estate litigation practice in the UK, as the firm continues to invest in and expand its global real estate and litigation offerings.
Sophie is a real estate litigator advising institutional investors, developers, funders, sovereign wealth funds and corporates on complex, high-value property disputes, including development, landlord and tenant, rights of light, distressed assets and insolvency-related matters.
"We are delighted to welcome Sophie to our team", said, Sarah Sivyour, Global Head of Real Estate. "Her appointment reflects our continued investment in the growth of our real estate platform and our commitment to supporting clients through the most complex matters. Her track record in navigating contentious issues across the real estate sector, and her collaborative approach with transactional teams, makes her a perfect fit for our global practice.”
Jon Gale, UK Head of Litigation, added: “Sophie brings exactly the blend of technical excellence, commercial judgement and sector fluency that our clients value. She enhances our bench strength in the UK and will play a key role in the continued growth of our contentious offering.”
Sophie commented: “I am thrilled to be joining Ashurst and to lead the real estate litigation team. The firm’s reputation for high-value work, sector depth and seamless collaboration across disciplines is second to none. Its collaborative culture and global platform provide a powerful foundation for helping my clients solve their most complex challenges in a rapidly evolving market."
Sophie's appointment follows the successful combination of Ashurst with Perkins Coie to form Ashurst Perkins Coie on 29 June. Her arrival marks the ninth lateral hire in London since the two firms announced their intent to combine on 17 November 2025 and reflects Ashurst Perkins Coie commitment to invest in growing its real estate and litigation teams.
