This area covers informal negotiations to extend a lease without going through formal statutory procedures, typically by agreeing an amended term with the landlord and documenting it in a deed of variation or deed of amendment. A solicitor practising here drafts the variations, reviews the current lease, advises on how extending the term affects ground rent and other provisions, and negotiates with the landlord or managing agent. The work may be shaped by the tenancy type and the length of the proposed extension, as well as any related rights or covenants in the lease.
Where a solicitor protects your position
Extending a lease through informal means can affect the lease term, ground rent, and future options if the property is sold. A solicitor provides professional protection through formal documentation, attention to accuracy, and proper handling of the variation to avoid disputes or ambiguity that could undermine the extension or future enforceability.
