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Stephens Scown LLP

Real Estate Litigation

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Stephens Scown LLP

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Real Estate Litigation - South West

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Stephens Scown's property litigation practice is seasoned in all manner of landlord and tenant, agricultural property and social housing disputes. It has developed niche expertise in areas such as mines and mineral rights, waste disposal and holiday parks. The team at Stephens Scown acts for a broad client base spanning commercial developers, landed estates, utilities companies and private individuals.

Strengths

Stephens Scown are commercial and experienced and easy to deal with. The team provide very good communication and sensible solutions.

Stephens Scown is an absolutely excellent firm that is punching above its weight.

Stephens Scown's advice is straightforward, accurate and to the point.

They provide tailored, specific and reactive advice to unique and challenging property situations.

Work Highlights

Stephens Scown continued to advise Holland & Barret Retail on managing its portfolio of over 800 properties throughout England and Wales.

Notable practitioners
Richard Bagwell

Richard Bagwell is head of property litigation at Stephens Scown. He continues to earn recognition and respect for his adept handling of complex contentious property matters for both public and private sector clients.

Richard's knowledge is encyclopedic. He is very commercial and strategic.


Mark Richardson
Mark Richardson is highlighted for his considerable experience handling complex property disputes, particularly a range of landlord and tenant matters. He is also noted for his strength advising on agricultural land issues.

Mark is extremely effective and readily appreciates the strengths and weaknesses of a case.


Ben Jones

Ben Jones handles a range of real estate litigation. He has a particular specialism in disputes relating to mines and minerals.

Ben is very pragmatic and incredibly commercially savvy. He understands what the client needs and what is key.

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