Real Estate Litigation | UK

Shoosmiths has an experienced team of litigators with a strong track record in managing the property portfolios of a number of household name clients, particularly in the retail sector. The firm represents both landlords and tenants in complex disputes involving rent reviews, dilapidations and alleged contractual breaches. It also has expertise in development and right to light disputes, along with contentious property issues arising in relation to insolvency.

Shakespeare Martineau is 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 also experienced 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.

Nelsons Solicitors has a robust regional practice with lawyers across Nottingham, Derby and Leicester. The property litigation team assists clients with all manner of disputes related to their real estate concerns, including matters concerning right to light, right of way, dilapidations and restrictive covenants.

Trowers & Hamlins houses a respected team prominent for its representation of public sector clients. The team routinely advises public bodies on landlord and tenant matters and a variety of real property disputes. The Trowers group is equally adept at advising private sector clients including developers, investors, commercial tenants. In addition, the team holds extensive experience acting on property management issues.