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Stevens & Bolton LLP

Real Estate Litigation

UK Guide 2026 : The South

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Stevens & Bolton LLP

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About

Provided by Stevens & Bolton LLP

We pride ourselves on breaking down complex property law issues into accessible, commercial advice for our clients, providing a clear strategy and tactical approach to managing disputes.

We have an established reputation for landlord and tenant work acting for high calibre corporate occupier clients across different sectors, as well as extensive experience advising investors and landlords, developers and private clients. We also advise on the insolvency aspects of property disputes.

The main areas we cover include:

  • All aspects of landlord and tenant work including lease renewals and terminations, dilapidations, breach of covenant claims and rent reviews
  • Development claims including rights of way and rights to light, restrictive covenants and site due diligence
  • Property issues resulting from a landlord or tenant entering insolvency

Chambers Review

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Real Estate Litigation - The South

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Stevens & Bolton has a full-service team advising on landlord and tenant disputes and property-related insolvency matters, among other issues. The firm's clients include occupiers in the restaurant and retail sectors, landlord investors looking to purchase new assets or develop existing property, and private estates requiring property management advice.
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Strengths

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  • The team has impressive depth and breadth, with each member contributing value.

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  • Stevens & Bolton has visionary, experienced and accountable lawyers who understand the issues affecting the UK commercial property market.

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  • I've witnessed their ability to think on their feet and adapt their strategy with ease and calm several times. They are just who you want handling complex and sophisticated matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Helen Wheddon
    Helen Wheddon

    Helen Wheddon

    Helen Wheddon represents corporate occupier clients alongside investor and developer clients, acting in landlord and tenant disputes concerning service charges and lease renewals. She also advises on vacant possession proceedings and access rights.

    • Helen Wheddon was clearly very experienced in these matters. She was always communicative, helpful, readily available and clear with her easy-to-understand explanations of details and implications.

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    • Helen was particularly knowledgeable, approachable and highly responsive throughout.

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    • Helen was extremely helpful and reassuring during a particularly stressful legal matter. Her support and guidance were invaluable.

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  • Markus Klempa
    Markus Klempa

    Markus Klempa

    Markus Klempa focuses his practice on landlord and tenant disputes, including lease renewals and restrictive covenants. He has also demonstrated expertise in matters arising from development projects, such as easement and right of way issues.

    • Markus Klempa is an excellent communicator and knowledgeable lawyer with a good head for business.

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    • Markus is always responsive and clear in his advice.

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    • He is kind, patient and very knowledgeable about commercial property matters.

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