Expert Solicitors for Commercial Leases

Securing the right commercial lease is an important step in ensuring the long-term success of any business through expert solicitors for commercial leases. At our firm, we offer specialist legal services for commercial leases, guiding landlords and tenants through complex agreements with clarity, precision, and commercial foresight. Our team of expert solicitors for commercial leases ensures that your interests are fully protected, whether you’re leasing a retail space, office premises, industrial unit, or any commercial property.

Why Choose Our Commercial Lease Solicitors?

We provide tailored legal advice on commercial leasing transactions, ensuring your lease reflects your business needs and protects you from hidden liabilities. Our clients include property investors, developers, landlords, business owners, SMEs, and corporate tenants, all of whom rely on our strategic insight and meticulous legal drafting.

Our firm is committed to:

  • Fast turnarounds without compromising quality
  • Transparent fixed fees and competitive rates
  • Expert advice based on years of experience
  • Comprehensive support from negotiation to completion

Comprehensive Legal Services for Commercial Leases

We offer various legal services for commercial leases:

Lease Drafting and Negotiation

Drafting and negotiating the terms of a commercial lease requires a deep understanding of property law and commercial implications. We draft lease agreements that are robust, clear, and enforceable, covering key terms such as:

  • Rent and rent review clauses
  • Lease term and break clauses
  • Service charges and maintenance obligations
  • Assignment and subletting provisions
  • Repairing obligations
  • Insurance liabilities
  • Alteration permissions

Our solicitors protect clients from one-sided lease terms and negotiate clauses that are commercially viable and legally secure.

Advice for Commercial Tenants

If you’re a tenant entering into a commercial lease, our solicitors ensure you fully understand the legal and financial commitments you’re making. We’ll help you:

  • Identify hidden liabilities in the lease
  • Negotiate flexible terms to suit your business model
  • Understand your rights to terminate or renew the lease
  • Limit your repairing obligations and liability for dilapidations
  • Ensure appropriate use clauses that align with your intended business

Our proactive advice helps avoid costly disputes and gives you the freedom to operate confidently.

Legal Support for Commercial Landlord

We also act for landlords seeking reliable tenants and robust lease agreements. Our legal team ensures that your lease documents:

  • Minimise future risks by clearly defining tenant responsibilities
  • Provide solid remedies for breach of lease terms
  • Include provisions for rent increases and service charges
  • Protect your asset value and future development plans

Whether letting a single unit or managing a large property portfolio, our specialist landlord solicitors provide seamless legal support from start to finish.

Lease Renewals and Termination

When a commercial lease approaches its end, both parties must navigate renewal negotiations or lease termination. We help clients:

  • Trigger break clauses and serve notice within statutory deadlines
  • Navigate lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
  • Negotiate new lease terms or settle disputes
  • Handle vacant possession and dilapidations claims
  • Serve Section 25 or Section 26 notices appropriately

Our team ensures full compliance with legal requirements, reducing the risk of disputes, delays, or financial loss.

Assignment and Subletting of Commercial Leases

If your business needs change, you may wish to assign your lease or sublet the property. These processes are heavily regulated, and failure to comply can breach lease terms.

Our solicitors help with:

  • Reviewing assignment and subletting clauses
  • Drafting Licence to Assign or Sublet agreements
  • Obtaining landlord consent and meeting conditions
  • Due diligence on prospective assignees or subtenants
  • Negotiating terms to protect your liability after assignment

We make the process smooth, ensuring you avoid legal pitfalls and maintain commercial flexibility.

Disputes Relating to Commercial Lease

Commercial lease disputes can disrupt business operations and result in significant financial loss. We offer strategic advice and litigation support for issues such as:

  • Rent arrears and forfeiture proceedings
  • Breach of covenant or unauthorised use
  • Dilapidations and disrepair claims
  • Disputes over service charges
  • Break clause enforcement

Our dispute resolution team works swiftly to protect your interests through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings where necessary.

Types of Commercial Properties We Cover

We have extensive experience handling leases for a wide range of commercial premises, including:

  • Retail shops and shopping centres
  • Offices and co-working spaces
  • Restaurants, cafes, and pubs
  • Industrial units and warehouses
  • Mixed-use developments
  • Medical practices and clinics
  • Leisure and hospitality venues

No matter the nature of your commercial property, we provide tailored legal advice to ensure a lease that supports your business operations.

Understanding Your Legal Obligations

A commercial lease is not just a legal contract – it defines your rights, responsibilities, and commercial risks over potentially several years. Our legal guidance helps clients:

  • Avoid uninsurable risks
  • Maintain compliance with planning and environmental regulations
  • Understand VAT and Stamp Duty Land Tax implications
  • Ensure alignment with licensing or regulatory requirements
  • Plan for exit strategies and dispute avoidance

We take the time to understand your goals and provide bespoke advice aligned with your long-term interests.

Fixed Fee Commercial Lease Packages

We offer transparent and cost-effective fixed fee packages for most commercial lease matters, including:

  • Lease drafting and review
  • Lease renewals and assignments
  • Landlord and tenant negotiations
  • Dispute resolution services

Our pricing model ensures predictability and value, with no hidden costs.

Nationwide Legal Services – Available Remotely

Though our offices are based in key cities, we represent clients across England and Wales. Our commercial lease solicitors provide seamless remote support via video calls, email, and secure document exchange, meaning you don’t have to leave your premises to receive top-tier legal advice.

Whether you are based in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Bristol, or Leeds, our commercial lease services are just a call away.

Get in Touch with Our Commercial Lease Solicitors Today

If you’re entering into a commercial lease, renewing your tenancy, or managing a portfolio of properties, expert legal advice is essential to protect your position. Our experienced team is ready to provide practical, strategic, and efficient legal support tailored to your business.

Contact us today for a free initial consultation, and let us take care of your commercial lease needs with precision and care.