Practice Areas.

We understand that the real estate market can be both competitive and complex. Whether it's residential or commercial property, our goal is to offer clear, thoughtful guidance that helps you navigate these challenges with confidence. We provide support at every stage of the property life cycle — from acquisition and development to management and disposal — ensuring that each decision is carefully considered and aligned with your long-term goals. By combining our expertise with a practical understanding of the market, we aim to protect your interests and help you make informed choices. We're proud to be by your side in this ever-evolving landscape, committed to providing the personalised service that has always defined our approach across a wide range of areas, including:

• buying or selling freehold or leasehold properties, whether residential or commercial
• buying or selling properties at auction
• commercial leases, including assignments, leases and underleases, lease and tenancy renewals, surrenders, variations, licences to alter, occupy, underlet
• acquisition and disposal of commercial development sites, including advising on covenants, title, easements and access, option agreements, overage agreements
• property financing, including charges, debentures, personal guarantees

We provide a full suite of corporate and commercial legal services designed to support businesses at every stage of their development. With a focus on practical, business-oriented solutions, we work closely with our clients to ensure that their legal strategies align with their commercial goals, both in the UK and internationally. Our team offers expert guidance on a wide range of matters, such as:

• mergers and acquisitions, including the sale and/or purchase of shares or business and assets
• joint ventures
• corporate finance and secured lending, including advising on facilities and security arrangements
• corporate restructuring
• corporate governance
• drafting, negotiating, and advising on a variety of commercial/business contracts

We provide robust litigation and dispute resolution services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. We recognise that disputes can significantly impact your business or personal life, and work collaboratively with our clients to explore all avenues for resolution, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. We invest time in understanding the nuances of your situation and the potential implications of any dispute. Our commitment is to protect your interests while working to achieve the best possible outcomes, allowing you to focus on your business or personal priorities with confidence. We are equipped to handle a broad spectrum of areas, including:

• commercial litigation
• alternative dispute resolution, including meditation
• contractual claims and disputes
• company, shareholder or director disputes
• property disputes
• debt recovery
• trust, probate, and Will disputes
• restructuring and insolvency

We appreciate that property disputes can disrupt both personal and business interests, necessitating a thoughtful and proactive approach. We explore various resolution strategies, from amicable negotiations to formal litigation, ensuring your interests are at the forefront of our efforts. Our skilled litigators are proficient in handling a wide array of property issues, including:

• landlord and tenant disputes, including enforcement of lease obligations and covenants
• recovery of rent arrears
• dilapidations disputes and property disrepair
• disputes with lenders, including enforcement of security
• possession claims, including forfeiture
• business tenancy renewals
• leasehold enfranchisement, lease extensions and freehold acquisitions
• terminating leases, including exercising break options, assignment, and surrendering
• a variety of statutory protections and notices

We offer guidance on a broad spectrum of issues, in both corporate and personal insolvencies. We have acted for insolvency practitioners since our inception and understand their duties and responsibilities. We also act for lenders, creditors, businesses, directors and individuals in the insolvency context. We can assist with:

• all insolvency scenarios, including liquidations, administrations, receiverships, bankruptcies, IVAs and CVAs
• insolvency litigation and asset recovery
• enforcement of securities
• solvent restructuring
• structured finance deals
• advising office holders

We recognise that private client matters require a careful and respectful approach. We prioritise discretion and confidentiality in all our dealings, understanding the sensitive nature of these situations. Our team is committed to providing solutions that reflect the unique circumstances of each client. By taking the time to understand your specific needs, we aim to deliver clear and informed guidance that helps you navigate your affairs with confidence. Our approach is to work seamlessly alongside your current financial advisors, trustees, and accountants to ensure a comprehensive and cohesive strategy in areas such as:

• estate planning
• probate and administration of Estates, including Estate related disputes and contentious probate
• Wills and Powers of Attorney
• trust disputes

We recognise that this is a dynamic area of law, and our employment team can provide the support that our clients require, whatever the nature of the employment dispute. We deliver commercial and practical advice to corporate, commercial, and individual clients, on both contentious and non-contentious matters, including:

• employment contracts and consultancy agreements
• workplace policies
• discrimination claims
• unfair dismissal
• redundancy matters
• compromise/settlement agreements