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James Picknell

James Picknell

UK 2026

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Practice Areas

Real Estate, Real Estate Disputes

Career

James has specialised in advising clients on property dispute matters since 2003, gaining significant experience in the areas of commercial landlord and tenant and land disputes. 

James represents commercial landlords and tenants in respect of a broad range of matters, such as opposed and unopposed commercial lease renewals, insolvency, assignment and subletting, forfeiture, rent arrears, and service charge disputes.  James has significant experience dealing with complex dilapidations claims, break clauses and lease exit strategies.

For many years, a consistently large part of James’ caseload has included advising on private client and commercial land issues, such as access disputes, restrictive covenants and nuisance claims.  James also has considerable experience advising clients on boundary disputes and adverse possession claims.

James works primarily in our Guildford office but also collaborates closely with colleagues in our other locations.

Professional Memberships

Property Litigation Association

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Real Estate Litigation - The South

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Picknell is particularly active in commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes involving dilapidation matters and lease renewals. He also acts in planning and boundary disputes.

Strengths

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  • He's a sensible and sound litigator.

    Real Estate LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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