
About
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As a Property Litigation Group, we have earned a reputation as one of London's largest and best specialist teams. Unlike other leading firms, we are equally at home advising high net worth individuals as we are leading UK property companies, developers, corporate occupiers, and investment funds. The property litigation lawyers in our team regularly participate in court and trial work, including in the Appeal Courts. The size and complexity of the matters not only requires commercial and strategic acumen but the ability to handle the often significant media interest.
Recognised as assertive, highly skilled litigators, our team are also renowned negotiators, regularly conducting mediations, arbitrations and other dispute resolution alternatives. However, where litigation is inevitable we pursue your case with vigour and commercialism in equal measure.
Understanding the distraction that litigation can be to a client’s core businesses, we are very comfortable working within timetables and budgets.
Chambers Review
Mishcon de Reya's real estate litigation practice is notable for its impressive work with high net worth individuals, as well as blue-chip companies. The firm stands out for its team of litigators with significant experience taking cases to court and core areas of expertise including right to light cases, injunctions and development disputes. The group also offers further expertise advising on commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes.
Work Highlights
- Mishcon de Reya advised the Bank of New York Mellon and AEW UK REIT in respect of claims against tenants for non-payment of sums during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Strengths
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"Mishcon is a go-to firm for us. We find their approach very commercial, the lawyers are always available and they get things done."
"This is a highly strategic team with excellent partnership support and terrific associates."
"The team is very client-focused and commercially minded."
"Mishcon is a go-to firm for us. We find their approach very commercial, the lawyers are always available and they get things done."
"This is a highly strategic team with excellent partnership support and terrific associates."
"The team is very client-focused and commercially minded."
Notable Practitioners

Joanna Lampert is a go-to for clients such as retailers, banks and developers that require advice on complex disputes. She regularly handles litigation covering issues such as dilapidations and lease renewals.
"Joanna is committed to her clients, providing strategic and commercial advice."
"She is a great litigator to have in your corner."
Daniel Levy is head of property litigation at Mishcon de Reya. He is a fine choice of counsel for property disputes centred on rent reviews and rights to light, among other matters.
"Daniel provides very clear analysis of the issues, likely success and how one can leverage positions."
"A master litigator who is one of the best in London. Daniel is relentlessly in your corner, tactically very astute and ahead of the other side."
"He is very practical, thoughtful and gets things done. A source of wise and sensible advice, Daniel is as good as they get."
Emma Macintyre is noted for her expertise in a range of areas, including joint venture and lease renewal disputes. She often advises funds, entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals.
"Emma is incredibly straightforward, straight-talking and down to earth."
"Sophie is committed and intelligent with a deep knowledge and experience of her area of law."
"She is incredibly good on commercial property litigation - she knows the law but is also pragmatic."
Chhavie Kapoor focuses on real estate disputes and is particularly adept at representing developers. She regularly works on right to light litigation.
"Chhavie is a great litigator who is proactive for the good of her clients."
Mark Reading acts in litigation relating to issues such as rights to light and lease renewals. His practice covers commercial and residential property law.
"An excellent solicitor who gives everything for his clients."
"He is very well regarded, commercial and has a good working knowledge of the law."
"Mark is infinitely sensible but will fight his client's corner."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
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Alex Barker
Alex Pattihis
Catherine Banton
Catherine Rolfe
Head of Department
Gavin O'Donovan
Isabel Lich
Megan Ludwig
Michael Clarke
Richard Gerstein
Ros Monk
Ryan Didcock
Sabrina Furneaux-Gotch
Sarah Heritage
Tania Whiteford
Victoria Dacie-Lombardo
Clients
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Avison Young
Bank of Singapore
Berkeley Square Investments
Blackstone Property Management
Brookfield
Capital & Counties Properties PLC
Chelsfield Advisers LLP
Curzon cinemas
DV4 Ltd
Dorrit Moussaieff
Hillgrove Investments
IWG plc
Lazari Developments Limited
Meadow Partners
Mentmore Golf Club
National Car Parks
Shoreditch Property Holdings Limited
Sophie Hicks
Stellar Properties
TK Maxx
Industries
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Alternative residential
Architecture
Asset management
Banks
Car parks
Commercial real estate
Education
Fashion
Hospitality & leisure
Hotels
Media
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Offices
Private rented sector
Property Management
Property development
Real Estate
Real estate investment
Residential property
Retail
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Student accommodation
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