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Move your property plans forward with smart, focused advice that helps you manage risk and stay aligned with what matters most to you. Our real estate lawyers provide comprehensive legal support, dealing with matters ranging from affordable housing and commercial development through to the buying and selling of commercial property.

Today's real estate market faces a number of complex challenges. Ongoing financial pressures, changing regulations and shifting demand must be balanced with practical solutions if you are to move forward with your property ventures and make the most of commercial opportunities.

Our dedicated team takes the time to understand your end goals, working collaboratively with you to get the result you want. We offer clear, concise guidance, with your business needs at the forefront of everything we do.

Our real estate legal services

Commercial property

Pragmatic legal solutions for businesses and landlords. We ensure your transactions and development projects progress smoothly, and help safeguard your investments so they can flourish.

  • Buying and selling commercial property
  • Site acquisition and development
  • Property and leasehold management

Affordable housing developments

The demand for affordable housing is more pressing than ever. Our nationally recognised lawyers work with registered providers of all sizes, enabling you to deliver successful schemes within the required timescales.

  • Bringing new development projects to the market
  • Navigating financial and regulatory constraints
  • Social housing and housing management

Planning and the environment

Bespoke planning advice, aligned with your commercial goals. Our specialist team provides strategic guidance, with robust solutions that reduce the risk of legal challenges.

  • Planning applications, enforcements and appeals
  • Compliance with planning obligations, including Section 106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy
  • Managing environmental requirements, including biodiversity net gain, nutrient neutrality and net zero requirements

Property disputes

Resolve issues with your property or tenants swiftly and cost-effectively. Our skilled dispute lawyers secure the best outcome, whether through mediation or court.

  • Breaches of tenancy
  • Disrepair claims and dilapidations
  • Evicting commercial tenants

Who we help

Our real estate lawyers combine national reach with regional knowledge, serving clients across the UK. This includes specific expertise in the South West, where we have built strong relationships with fellow professionals for seamless service provision.

We support residential and commercial development projects from initial planning through to completion. We also advise individuals on their property portfolio management. In particular, we work with:

  • Developers and housebuilders
  • Registered providers/affordable housing developers
  • Commercial landlords
  • High net worth individuals

Why choose our real estate lawyers

Our dedicated team includes expert litigators to manage your property disputes, alongside lawyers from nationally recognised teams for sector-specific support. You can be confident you will have an expert in your field advising you at all times.

We’re consistently ranked in leading legal directory, The Legal 500. This includes our “well-rounded” planning team – recognised for expertise in residential developments and environmental law – while our affordable housing team is described as providing an “excellent service”, standing out for our housing property and social housing work.

Our real estate lawyers also support our specialist Parks and Charities teams, advising clients undertaking development projects.

This expertise is reflected in the positive feedback we receive from our clients, who value our clear communication and prompt advice – with The Legal 500 rating us as a top firm for client satisfaction.

Find out more

Whether you require advice on a commercial property transaction or a large-scale development project, our real estate lawyers provide dedicated legal support for all your property ventures.

Contact us today to discuss your requirements and find out how we can help you.