We act for commercial landlords and commercial tenants alike over a wide range of commercial property disputes. As we act for both landlords and tenants; we are well placed to anticipate arguments, issues and problems raised by the ‘other side’. This extensive experience enables W. Davies to provide the most cost effective practical resolution of the dispute.
We are also acutely aware of the commercial realities in the current market and fully understand that an overly heavy handed approach to a dispute and problem could be counter-productive.
Lease renewal
Commercial tenants may have a statutory right to renew their leases under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 on expiry unless their landlord can demonstrate a ground of refusal. If the parties disagree as to a tenant’s entitlement to a renewal of their lease or a dispute arises over the terms of renewal the court can ultimately decide.
Either a landlord or tenant can start court proceedings to determine lease renewal disputes. W. Davies act for both landlord and tenant in this area and our aim is to resolve these disputes as quickly and as cheaply as possible.
Breach of covenant / lease disputes
W. Davies regularly acts for both landlord and tenant in respect of breach of covenant disputes. These defaults include non-payment of rent/service charge, dilapidations, disrepair and failure to repair, unauthorised alterations, parting with possession or carrying out unauthorised activities on commercial premises and tenant/ landlord insolvency issues.
Often such disputes involve the interpretation of a particular clause or covenant in a poorly worded lease. Not only does W. Davies have considerable litigation expertise in dealing with such issues, we can also draw on our considerable non-contentious expertise in our Commercial Property Department – Stephen Solomon on ses@wdavies.com
If you have any issue with your commercial lease and would like further help and assistance, then please call us and we will let you know how we can help you.
For more information about this please contact Mark Williams on mw@wdavies.com or Andrew Cohen on aec@wdavies.com
