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Landlord and tenant

Our team can assist you with all your commercial leasing requirements, whether you are a commercial landlord or a tenant looking to lease commercial premises.

We have acted for various clients in respect of all aspects of commercial leases, from granting short-term leases of shop premises, to long leases of premises on industrial estates.

We can guide you through the lease process, and advise on the documentation you may need such as a Licence to Alter, Rent Deposit Deed, Surrender, Authorised Guarantee agreements, Assignments or transfer of leases.

Our team of professional and experienced solicitors can assist you with all aspects of the commercial leasing process.

Examples of our work include:

  • Acting for a large retailer in respect of the surrender of a commercial premises with a £2million surrender value;
  • Acting for a client advising them on a lease of a commercial unit for 15 years with tight deadlines involved;
  • Granting leases of a commercial building for a landlord as owner investor.

How we work

When needed, we work alongside our dispute resolution team in respect of any issues arising. We provide clients with clear and informative advice throughout the process of installing tenants in a commercial property or becoming a tenant of a commercial landlord.

For further information on how our Commercial Property Team can help you and your business please contact us on 01733 882 800 or email the Commercial Property Team at [email protected].

Landlord and tenant Lawyers

John Scott BA (Hons)

Partner, Commercial Team Leader and Notary Public

David Marsh

Senior Associate

Abbie Smith

Solicitor

James Steward LLB

Associate

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Partner, Commercial Team Leader and Notary Public

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