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Mayo Wynne Baxter LLP

Real Estate Litigation

UK Guide 2026 : The South


Mayo Wynne Baxter LLP

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Property Litigation

Whether your property dispute involves commercial or residential property we know that it can be a stressful and difficult position to be in.

Our range of clients includes landowners, trusts, developers, landlords, tenants, and individuals and we represent clients across all relevant courts including the First-tier Property Tribunal, the Upper Tribunal Lands Chamber, the County Court through to the Supreme Court.

Commercial Property Disputes

  • Lease renewals under The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
  • Dilapidations
  • Landlord and tenant disputes including forfeiture, claims for breach of covenant, claims for sums due under the lease including rent and service charge
  • Breach of option agreements, developer’s agreements


Residential property

  • Disputes between co-owners of property in respect of their beneficial share or seeking an order for sale
  • Boundary disputes
  • Title disputes including adverse possession
  • Obtaining possession from tenants, licensees and recovering rent arrears
  • Rights of way disputes and restrictive covenant disputes
  • Professional negligence that involves property such as claims against conveyancing solicitors and surveyors
  • Claims for misrepresentation when selling a property
  • Applications connected with the enfranchisement process; such as missing landlords, applications to determine if you satisfy the criteria to purchase your freehold, right to manage applications, lease extensions and acquisition orders.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate Litigation - The South

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Brighton-based Mayo Wynne Baxter offers clients recognised capability in a broad array of real estate litigation matters. The team is experienced in handling landlord and tenant matters on behalf of both commercial and private clients, alongside disputes concerning TOLATA, property boundaries and rights of way.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Mayo Wynne Baxter represented Deniz Investments defending a claim for disrepair and personal injury caused by the disrepair.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Mayo Wynne Baxter is a substantial firm with real depth in all matters.

    Real Estate Litigation respondentUK
  • This department is distinguished by the breadth of their knowledge on the subject matter and their in-depth analysis of the relevant legal issues at hand.

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  • The firm has endless patience and excellent legal know-how.

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Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 3Helen Bell
    Band 3Helen Bell

    Helen Bell

    Helen Bell has significant experience in landlord and tenant matters, including dilapidation claims and rights of access proceedings. She also advises on adverse possession matters and access disputes.

    • Helen Bell makes you feel looked after and heard.

      Real Estate Litigation respondentUK
    • Helen is a fantastic lawyer and brilliant leader.

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  • Up and ComingPaul Rooke
    Up and ComingPaul Rooke

    Paul Rooke

    Paul Rooke is a valued associate within the Mayo Wynne Baxter team known for his ability to advise clients on property issues including landlord and tenant matters, rights of way, dilapidation claims and boundary disputes.

    • Paul Rooke is a very safe pair of hands who has a very bright future at Mayo Wynne Baxter.

      Real Estate Litigation respondentUK

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