A commercial property solicitor specialises in commercial property law. Whether you are a property owner, tenant, developer or investor, a commercial property solicitor will act to protect your best interests and offer advice to help you navigate the complex world of commercial property law.
Areas covered may include selling and buying commercial property, lease management, planning permission, and much more.
In this post, we cover what commercial property solicitors do, who they act on behalf of, and the benefits of hiring a solicitor.
Commercial property solicitors cover anything to do with the sale, purchase, lease or development of commercial property. Commercial property is land or property that is intended to make a profit for the owner/owners and comes in a wide variety, from single small shops to large tourist attractions, shopping malls to office blocks – places used for commercial purposes, as opposed to residential.
Because commercial property law has its own laws and is distinctly different to other areas of law, you will find solicitors that specialise in just property. If you’re looking for a commercial property solicitor, you need to find one that covers the matter you require help with as not all solicitors cover every area. Some solicitors may cover both contentious and non-contentious matters or may only specialise in one area.
Some of the areas commonly covered by commercial property solicitors include:
There are multiple reasons you may need the services of a specialist commercial property law firm, from managing property portfolios to selling commercial property and more. From owning one property to large investors, almost anyone involved in commercial property will at some point need legal services…
If you own commercial property, you will at some point, likely have worked with a commercial property solicitor or needed their services. It isn’t just property owners or investors that need solicitors too. Commercial tenants may need services from time to time. If, for example, a tenant wishes to get out of a tenancy agreement, would like to sublet, or make changes to a property.
Commercial property solicitors work with:
The commercial property sector in England and Wales is enormous, as it covers so many types of property. Each of those properties may have a tenant, landlord, or owner, so the scale of the number of people solicitors work with is vast.
As mentioned, commercial property law is different to residential law and is often much more complex so it’s essential to seek legal advice before you take any action. Some of the benefits of working with a commercial property solicitor include:
And, here are some of the reasons you may choose to work with a commercial property solicitor:
When you’re choosing a solicitor, you should choose one that has relevant experience and expertise. That’s why a commercial property solicitor is the best option if you need help with anything relating to your properties, but you should also check they have experience in the specific matter you are dealing with. For example, if you have a dispute you would like to settle, choose a solicitor who handles contentious commercial disputes.
Next, you should make sure you understand the fees and costs associated with any solicitor you wish to work with. Are they upfront about their costs and what results you can expect to see? Look for solicitors that offer fixed fees and don’t have any hidden costs.
To find the right commercial property solicitor it may be worth reaching out to your network of business associates or others you know, and asking if they have anyone they recommend.
You may also find it more helpful to work with a solicitor in your local area. At Blacks Legal, we are based in London, and although we work with people from across England and Wales, many of our clients are based in Hertfordshire, Kent, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Berkshire, and Bedfordshire.
Hopefully, our guide has been helpful, and you understand now what a commercial property solicitor is, what we do, and how we may be able to help you.
The benefits of having an experienced and professional commercial property solicitor on your side to help you navigate property can’t be underestimated.
If you are seeking legal advice on anything relating to commercial property, please don’t hesitate to contact us. From planning permission to commercial litigation, we can assist with a wide range of property matters.