Real Estate Litigation | UK Bar

1 Crown Office Row is a prominent set boasting a strong bench of practitioners experienced in a wide range of real estate litigation. Its barristers are adept at handling matters including restrictive covenants, landlord and tenant claims, and boundary disputes. The set acts for a range of clients, including property developers and private individuals. An interviewee states: "The set has expertise in such a wide a range of practice areas that members are able to consult with each other, where additional expertise is needed, so as to deliver high-quality advice to the client every time." One particular work highlight from this year is Savage v Savage, a case in the Court of Appeal in which the minority beneficiary wanted right of pre-emption in TOLATA proceedings.

Matthew Phipps is the senior clerk.

3PB Barristers has a strong bench of real property practitioners with a wealth of knowledge in commercial and residential matters. The members of the set have wide-ranging expertise covering all aspects of real estate litigation including leasehold matters, rights of way and breach of covenant disputes, as well as possession cases. The set is also well versed in TOLATA issues. A recent work highlight for the set is Hambling & Hambling v Wakerly & Wakerly, a High Court appeal relating to a right of way dispute. An interviewee comments: "The level of expertise is reflected in the novel and practical solutions suggested in complex and sophisticated litigation."