Commercial property

Commercial property law is a myriad of legal complexities into which every business from sole traders seeking a 12-month licence to multinationals seeking sound investments needs to delve at some point. A firm's property portfolio often represents a sizeable slice of its assets so mistakes such as missed time limits, incorrect contract types or un-served notices can prove costly. That's where we come in.

How can we help?

We slash through the legal jargon, and offer pragmatic, timely solutions tailored specifically for your business. Commercial, litigation and tax lawyers are also on hand to offer an integrated approach when needed. Responsive and commercially-minded, our commercial property lawyers steer you through every stage of a transaction from negotiations, through the legal maze of contracts, searches, covenants and enquiries, right up to completion. We act for pension funds, banks, building societies, retailers, local authorities, institutional investors, blue chip property companies, developers and small businesses. Whatever your size, whatever your needs we can advise you.

Our commercial property services

• Freehold purchase and sale - of commercial and business premises
• Site acquisitions, disposals and development - retail, factory, office and rail property
• Leases & renewals - for landlords and tenants
• Portfolio management and property investments
• Property finance
• Planning and environmental issues. Rent reviews
• Licences and consents
• Landlord and tenant laws - including issues arising from new developments such as the Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002