Real Estate Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 4
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020 7006 1000Chambers Review
Clifford Chance is noted for its adept handling of commercial real estate matters, including both domestic and cross-border disputes. The firm is frequently sought out to assist with contentious leasing, trespass and insolvency issues as well as providing risk mitigation advice. The team regularly acts for asset management companies, creditors and investors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Clifford Chance acted for Helical Plc in creating a vacant possession strategy for 100 New Bridge Street in London, including carrying out the relevant procedures to ensure each tenant of the premises vacated in advance of the planned construction.
Strengths
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"Clifford Chance are able to handle a broad range of real estate litigation work, including disputes over complex commercial interpretation."
"The team provides absolute attention to detail combined with strategic nous, almost instant response to client requests and outstanding knowledge of law and the legal world."
"Clifford Chance's team is organised and responsive. The team provides tactical advice derived from high-quality thinking."
"Clifford Chance are able to handle a broad range of real estate litigation work, including disputes over complex commercial interpretation."
"The team provides absolute attention to detail combined with strategic nous, almost instant response to client requests and outstanding knowledge of law and the legal world."
"Clifford Chance's team is organised and responsive. The team provides tactical advice derived from high-quality thinking."
Notable Practitioners
Benjamin Hatton leads the Clifford Chance property disputes team and is noted for his expertise in commercial real estate litigation. He has experience handling disputes surrounding leases, possession and development.
"Ben is fantastic. He is a cool head in stressful situations and gives you comfort that you're in safe hands."
"Ben is an impressive real estate litigator for complex mandates."