Real Estate Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : South West
Band 1
Contact number
(0117) 917 3000Chambers Review
Osborne Clarke has a powerful litigation offering, particularly with regard to disputes over development and infrastructure projects. The team has expertise in land issues affecting the energy and telecoms industries, as well as advising a number of well-known retail clients. The firm handles an array of landlord and tenant matters and is also noted for its work with pension funds and other institutional investors in connection with a broad range of disputes.
Notable Practitioners
Leona Briggs is highly regarded for her significant experience advising on complex claims under the Electronic Communications Code, as well as landlord and tenant issues and development disputes.
"She is very commercial, very level-headed and an expert and leader in her field. Her advice and recommendations are second to none. She is someone you want to work with and a very safe pair of hands."
"She's tenacious, with good knowledge of what she's dealing with."
"Leona Briggs is an exceptionally good property litigator."
David Shakesby is recognised for his experience acting in a range of high-profile real estate disputes for clients across the infrastructure and natural resources sectors.
"David is always excellent when we work with him."
Emily Van Schalkwyk has a thriving practice as a property litigator. She frequently advises energy, telecoms and utilities clients on infrastructure and land rights disputes.
"Emily is an excellent lawyer and an expert in her fields of expertise. She is a great strategist, commercial and pragmatic, and will fight your corner with tenacity."
"She's a superb advocate."
"She works very hard, and is competent and skilled."
Ranked Lawyers at
Osborne Clarke LLP
South West