Real Estate Litigation
UK Guide 2025 : The South
Band 2
About
Provided by Thomson Snell & Passmore
We're adept at handling all types of disputes in the field of real estate and in both commercial and residential landlord and tenant work.
The property world is highly diverse with a variety of businesses and private individuals operating across it. Disputes can arise in all shapes and sizes but we pride ourselves on our versatility to act for every type of client, discussing their problems in clear language without unnecessary legal jargon in order to get the result they want. We don't impose standard solutions but our extensive knowledge of the property sphere means that we can give well-informed advice geared to the client's needs both present and future.
We represent clients in all forums including the High Court and County Court, Lands Tribunal, and the First-Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber). All of our property specialists are members of the Property Litigation Association and we have strong working relationships with specialist surveyors and experts, as well as Chancery barristers. Above all, we recognise that the property world is a business in which personal relationships count and we fully address the human as well as the legal dimension of any problem.
Chambers Review
Thomson Snell & Passmore is skilled at advising clients on the contentious aspects of property portfolio management. The firm regularly handles landlord and tenant disputes, easement cases, boundary disputes and breaches of covenant. Its clients include property developers, high net worth individuals and charities. The team has notable experience advising developers and other parties on land use issues, including access rights.
Work Highlights
- Thomson Snell & Passmore represented The Association of Conservative Clubsin Lands Tribunal proceedings issued by a telecoms operator concerning the siting of a new mast.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Thomson Snell & Passmore always rise to the challenge and provide clear and concise advice."
"I always feel confident that it has the right people in place for our needs."
"Thomson Snell & Passmore always have a detailed technical understanding of the dispute in question and the strengths, or otherwise, of the position."
"Thomson Snell & Passmore always rise to the challenge and provide clear and concise advice."
"I always feel confident that it has the right people in place for our needs."
"Thomson Snell & Passmore always have a detailed technical understanding of the dispute in question and the strengths, or otherwise, of the position."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Steggles has particular strength in property insolvency litigation as well as advising on possession and forfeiture proceedings. He also advises on contested planning permission issues, with further experience acting for housing developers on right of way and land option matters.
"Mark is great to work with. He offers excellent knowledge, communication and responsiveness."
"Mark Steggles is extremely technically astute but also incredibly commercial."
"Mark is a really supportive partner and he is very responsive."
Alison Sparks is highly regarded for her landlord and tenant work. She often works on behalf of a range of clients, including retail property owners, where she is adept at advising across entire property portfolios.
"I am impressed with the clarity of Alison's communication and commercial awareness."
"Alison is very good at knowing when to use alternative dispute resolution, and how to use it well."
"Alison always shows a detailed understanding of the matters in question and is able to provide clear and articulate advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Thomson Snell & Passmore
The South