Real Estate Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : The South
Band 2
About
Provided by Stevens & Bolton LLP
We pride ourselves on breaking down complex property law issues into accessible, commercial advice for our clients, providing a clear strategy and tactical approach to managing disputes.
We have an established reputation for landlord and tenant work acting for high calibre corporate occupier clients across different sectors, as well as extensive experience advising investors and landlords, developers and private clients. We also advise on the insolvency aspects of property disputes.
The main areas we cover include:
- All aspects of landlord and tenant work including lease renewals and terminations, dilapidations, breach of covenant claims and rent reviews
- Development claims including rights of way and rights to light, restrictive covenants and site due diligence
- Property issues resulting from a landlord or tenant entering insolvency
Chambers Review
Stevens & Bolton has a full-service team advising on landlord and tenant disputes and property-related insolvency matters, among other issues. The firm's clients include occupiers in the restaurant and retail sectors, landlord investors looking to purchase new assets or develop existing property, and private estates requiring property management advice.
Work Highlights
- Stevens & Bolton advised a commercial property investor landlord regarding its defaulting restaurant tenant of a City of London property.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Stevens & Bolton team is quick and effective."
"I have always found Stevens & Bolton's response times and efficiency levels to be outstanding."
"The team at Stevens & Bolton provide good commercial advice and demonstrate that they have in-depth technical and up-to-date knowledge."
"The Stevens & Bolton team is quick and effective."
"I have always found Stevens & Bolton's response times and efficiency levels to be outstanding."
"The team at Stevens & Bolton provide good commercial advice and demonstrate that they have in-depth technical and up-to-date knowledge."
Notable Practitioners
Helen Wheddon represents corporate occupier clients alongside investor and developer clients, acting in landlord and tenant disputes concerning service charges and lease renewals. She also advises on vacant possession proceedings and access rights.
"Helen always provides clear and concise advice in a timely manner."
"Helen gives clear explanations and is always careful to make sure we fully understand our position and the way forward."
Markus Klempa focuses his practice on landlord and tenant disputes, including lease renewals and restrictive covenants. He has also demonstrated expertise in matters arising from development projects, such as easement and right of way issues.
"Markus is always quick to respond and gives good advice."
"Markus is a highly knowledgeable yet personable individual."
"Markus is always approachable and knowledgeable with regard to case law and dispute resolution."
Ranked Lawyers at
Stevens & Bolton LLP
The South