This area covers disputes arising from commercial leases, including rent reviews, arrears, service charges and other lease-related obligations. A solicitor in this field drafts and negotiates lease clauses, prepares notices, negotiates settlements, and represents clients in possession, sale and recovery actions, including court and tribunal proceedings. Practitioners advise on how lease terms affect ongoing occupancy, enforceability of covenants, and remedies when a tenant or landlord breaches the lease.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
Commercial rent disputes involve leases, rent review mechanisms, break options and recovery actions. The solicitor handles drafting and serving notices, negotiating with counterparties, and instructing or appearing in court, the County Court or the High Court when needed. The process hinges on the lease terms, the relationship of the parties, and any applicable statutory mechanisms; professional expertise helps ensure correct procedure and enforceability.
