Real Estate Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : Thames Valley
Band 1
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Freeths advises on the full range of commercial property issues including lease renewals, break notices and terminations. The firm is particularly active in the hospitality and leisure industries. Its lawyers display notable expertise in issues relating to agricultural holdings and issues affecting charities and when representing property developers in contested lease cases.
Work Highlights
- Freeths acted for a Punch subsidiary defending guarantee claims being made against it by Heineken in relation to a toxic lease which runs for another 30 years.
Strengths
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"Freeths possess a wide range of specialisms. We have always felt well advised by their variety of experts."
"Freeths possess a wide range of specialisms. We have always felt well advised by their variety of experts."
Notable Practitioners
Clare Bellis leads Freeths' property litigation presence in Oxford. She predominantly acts for landowners and has notable expertise in relation to agricultural land.
"Clare is impressively on top of everything and gives very clear instructions."
Mark Brown is head of the property litigation department in Milton Keynes. He offers advice on a broad range of matters within this space and has significant expertise in issues affecting pub companies.
Adam Boyd advises on the full span of commercial property litigation, acting for international consortiums, real estate investment companies and investment advisory firms.
"Adam just 'gets it' in terms of what is required for the business. He responds punctually and has a keen commercial focus. The advice we receive is succinct and tailored to our needs."
"Adam Boyd is a real expert when it comes to property litigation - supremely knowledgeable. He really puts in the effort and has very good attention to detail. He gets stuff right."
Ranked Lawyers at
Freeths LLP
Thames Valley