Stronger together: Dawson Radford Solicitors and Mason Thomas Law delivering a seamless Corporate and Commercial Property Law service

With a shared commitment to efficiency and a client-first ethos, Mason Thomas Law and Dawson Radford Solicitors are proving a force to be reckoned with when it comes to corporate and commercial property law.

Founded by solicitor Jo Dawson, the Chesterfield-based firm has developed an enviable reputation for advising businesses, particularly on the sale and purchase of care homes and day nurseries.

Strong professional relationships sit at the heart of Dawson Radford’s approach. “Being able to provide a complete business transaction service to clients relies not only on our corporate expertise but also on that of other professionals, such as Mason Thomas Law,” explains Jo.

Like Mason Thomas Law, Dawson Radford is a small, highly focused team delivering consistently high-quality work, often under intense time pressure, with a clear emphasis on getting deals done.

“Cathy and I are both very busy being both client facing and running our respective businesses, therefore we have a mutual understanding and similar approach to getting jobs over the line.”

It is this shared commitment to client service that has seen Mason Thomas Law become a trusted partner that Dawson Radford calls upon where a transaction includes a property element cannot be managed inhouse; like in the case of the iconic Skeldale House, better known as the exterior of the Darrowby veterinary surgery in the BBC’s All Creatures Great and Small.

From Skeldale House to a Long-Standing Working Relationship

Dawson Radford advised entrepreneur Greg Parkin on the purchase of the hospitality business operating from Skeldale House. However, due to a lending criteria, Greg needed to go elsewhere for the property purchase element.

“I asked Jo Dawson who she would recommend overseeing the property side,” said Greg. “She said Mason Thomas Law. It was a great recommendation.”

Cathy and Lebby Mahmood led the property transaction, working closely with Dawson Radford to align the purchase of both the business and property under significant time constraints.

“Jo Dawson and Cathy worked brilliantly together. I can’t recommend either of them highly enough,” Greg added.

A Partnership Built on Shared Values

This integrated approach is particularly valuable in sectors where continuity, compliance and risk management are critical.

By combining sector-specific insight with modern, process-driven workflows, both firms are able to progress corporate transactions at pace without compromising attention to detail.

Cathy comments: “Dawson Radford’s clarity, responsiveness and specialist understanding aligns closely with our own approach. That mutual respect elevates the service we provide when we work together.”

Navigating the Complexity of Care Home Acquisitions

This collaborative model is especially effective in the highly regulated residential care sector, where property transactions require commercial expertise alongside a deep understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Jo adds: “Our legal expertise is complementary, and we are both committed to creating seamless deals for local and national clients. Employment law, corporate structures and property considerations often intersect in care sector transactions and partnering with Mason Thomas Law on complex deals means we can guide clients confidently into their next chapter.”

Stronger Together in 2026

Economic forecasts point to continued growth in the UK care home market in 2026. According to Savills, the UK care home sector is the most attractive in Europe, underpinned by resilient private-pay demand and sustained fee growth.

Jo concludes: “Collaboration strengthens outcomes for businesses navigating complex transactions. Cathy’s team shares our values of efficiency and exceptional client care. Working together creates a seamless experience for clients and makes even the most demanding deals more manageable.”

 

If you’re looking to acquire offices or other commercial premises, Mason Thomas Law’s specialist team can help. Speak to them today on 0114 294 5360.