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Real Estate Litigation - Midlands

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Shakespeare Martineau has a well-recognised team offering counsel on a broad range of contentious mandates, with experience acting at all levels of court. It advises landlords and tenants on a variety of disputes including lease forfeitures, rent reviews and high-profile possession disputes. The firm acts for clients in telecoms lease litigation and is also experienced in assisting developers with litigation arising from residential and commercial projects. It is notable for its expertise in the higher education sector, including advising on trespass cases concerning protesters.

Work Highlights

  • Shakespeare Martineau advised the University of Birmingham in respect of obtaining an emergency possession order in the High Court after unauthorised protests were set up on its main campus.

Strengths

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The team are very quick to grasp the detail in a businesslike manner.

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I have been impressed with the Shakespeare Martineau team.

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Notable Practitioners

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James Fownes
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James Fownes
3
Band 3

James Fownes has expertise in a range of contentious property matters, including right to light, service charge disputes and vacant possession orders.

James is a good litigator - very reasonable, very clued up and driving the practice forward.

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Martin Edwards
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Martin Edwards
3
Band 3
Martin Edwards is head of Shakespeare Martineau's national real estate litigation practice and is well regarded for advising on development disputes as well as the management of commercial property portfolios. He has particular expertise in trespass and possession claims, with experience in the telecoms and education sectors.

Martin is a very gifted solicitor who responds quickly and deals with any problems in a timely manner.

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Justine Ball
4
Justine Ball
4
Band 4
Justine Ball has particular expertise in the telecoms sector, advising clients on disputes regarding vacant possession as well as advising on portfolio management matters.

Justine is very intuitive and can get to the heart of the issue almost immediately. She is a very strategic thinker.

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Pia Eames
Pia Eames
Associates to watch
Pia Eames handles property litigation, with a focus on landlord and tenant disputes. She advises on contentious matters relating to commercial developments and real estate portfolios.
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James Fownes
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James Fownes
3
Band 3
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Martin Edwards
3
Martin Edwards
3
Band 3
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Justine Ball
4
Justine Ball
4
Band 4
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Pia Eames
Pia Eames
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