Law firm Eversheds has announced the appointment of Tom Goldsmith as a Partner in the London Real Estate team. He joins the firm from Nabarro where he has worked since 2001.

Tom acts for a variety of leading UK and international investors, occupiers and developers on high value and complex transactions, particularly in Central London.

Commenting on his appointment Tom said: “The Eversheds Real Estate team are well known in the market for having advised on many of the highest profile projects including, most recently, the Baby Shard and BBC MediaCity. I look forward to working with the team as the appetite for complex development and investment deals continues to gather momentum.”

David Watkins, Head of Eversheds Real Estate Practice Group added: “Tom is our second Partner hire in the last few weeks, following that of Clare Whitaker, as we continue to boost our capabilities. 2015 is set to be a buoyant year for real estate and I am delighted to welcome Tom on board as we continue to deliver in the market’s most innovative sectors.”

Bruce Dear, Head of London Real Estate at Eversheds’ said: “Tom joins us at a fantastic time for the team. We have just delivered BBC MediaCity for Legal and General, a series of major purchases for LetterOne and PRS deals for Legal and General and Aberdeen. Tom’s first rate experience and skill will help us enhance our client base and deal flow.”