Apartments (flats) cover the ownership, occupation and management of self-contained dwellings within a building, including leasehold tenure, service charges, and the duties of the building’s management company or freeholder. A solicitor in this area drafts and negotiates leases, reviews service charge budgets and ground rent, handles remedies for service charge disputes, and guides clients through transfers of title and the registration of the lease and deeds at HM Land Registry. They also advise on rights of access, building safety obligations, and the process for major works affecting the block.
Where a solicitor protects your position
The client’s position depends on timely decisions within lease terms, the limits on service charges, and the consequences of major works. A solicitor ensures the correct steps are taken when raising or defending disputes, arranging proper notices, and protecting rights in relation to the building’s management, safety compliance, and any proposed changes to the lease or ownership structure.
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