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Mishcon de Reya LLP

Real Estate Litigation

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Mishcon de Reya LLP

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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.

Clients (11)

  • Brookfield
  • Meadow Partners
  • Shaftesbury Capital PLC
  • ICG PLC
  • Global Media & Entertainment
  • Meadow Partners
  • Blackstone Inc. and its associated real estate funds
  • IWG PLC
  • Delancey
  • Fantasio Limited
  • William Woodward-Fisher

Industries (24)

  • Commercial real estate
  • Retail
  • Banks
  • Offices
  • Urban mixed use
  • Media
  • Property development
  • Education
  • Architecture
  • Property Management
  • Car parks
  • Asset management
  • Real estate investment
  • Student accommodation
  • Trial and court
  • Right of light
  • Hotels
  • Hospitality & leisure
  • Fashion
  • Real Estate
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Residential property
  • Alternative residential
  • Private rented sector

Chambers Review

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Real Estate Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
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.
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Work Highlights

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  • Mishcon de Reya acted for Global Media & Entertainment in proceedings brought against Westminster City Council for causing noise nuisance to Leicester Square created by buskers whom WCC had licensed to create amplification in Leicester Square.

Strengths

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  • They displayed a hugely intelligent and disciplined approach, using what appeared to be a well-established and thought-through internal methodology and a depth of know-how and knowledge of process.

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  • The team provides excellent subject matter knowledge, first-class communication of complex concepts, practical and commercial advice, and zealous advocacy for clients against difficult counterparties.

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  • They are the most reputable disputes practice in London and are extremely incisive and strong on litigation strategy.

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  • They have never been found wanting. It has been confidence-inspiring to have them as legal adviser.

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  • Mishcon de Reya has a large enough team to handle any job and provides the full spectrum of property-related advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Daniel Levy
    Daniel Levy

    Daniel Levy

    Daniel Levy is head of property litigation at Mishcon de Reya. He is a fine choice of counsel for property disputes across both commercial and residential issues, with expertise in landlord and tenant matters and high-value residential disputes, among other areas.

    • He is the man you phone first and then take great comfort at the skill and energy he applies to pursue your interests.

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    • Daniel is just so good. He is so dynamic about how he approaches points and he will immediately grasp the issue, no matter how complicated.

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    • Daniel is very commercial and a great problem solver.

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    • He is amazingly quick to grasp the detail and identify the right strategy, and does so with a keen understanding of the underlying interests of the business.

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    • Daniel is a really talented litigator. He understands all the pressure points, strategy and tactics of litigation, and knows the law very well.

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  • Joanna Lampert
    Joanna Lampert

    Joanna Lampert

    Joanna Lampert is a go-to for clients such as retailers, investors and joint venture vehicles that require advice on complex disputes. She regularly handles litigation covering issues such as conspiracy accusations and restrictive covenants.

    • Joanna is one of the best real estate litigators in the UK. She leaves no stone unturned.

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    • She is absolutely committed to her clients and provides them with a wonderful, practical and commercial service.

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    • Joanna is a world-class advocate with strong expertise and a deep grasp of detail within and beyond her specialisms.

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  • Chhavie Kapoor
    Chhavie Kapoor

    Chhavie Kapoor

    Chhavie Kapoor focuses on real estate disputes and is particularly adept at representing developers. She regularly works on right to light litigation.

    • Her responsiveness and ability to offer practical solutions in real time is where she truly adds value.

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    • Chhavie is diligent, knowledgeable, hard-working and clever.

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    • She is extremely commercial and intelligent.

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  • Emma Macintyre
    Emma Macintyre

    Emma Macintyre

    Emma Macintyre is noted for her expertise in a range of areas, including service charge and rent arrears disputes. She often advises funds, investors and significant landlords.

    • Emma is great to have in litigation. She knows the right questions to ask and thinks intelligently about advice.

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    • She always identifies the difficult points and is technically skilled.

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    • She gives good strategic advice and liaised well with her other colleagues.

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  • Mark Reading
    Mark Reading

    Mark Reading

    Mark Reading acts in litigation relating to issues such as rights to light and lease renewals. His practice covers commercial and residential property law.

    • He is excellent with clients, a champion for the sector and has a sharp legal brain.

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    • There are few practitioners in the space who are as technically capable as him.

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    • Mark is extremely smooth with clients, very knowledgeable and very commercially minded.

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