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Our experienced Commercial Real Estate team can assist you with any issues relating to consents or licences for alterations, assignment of leases, underletting, deeds of variation and rent or other lease concessions. We also can help with rent reviews, security of tenure and the 1954 Act and any other issues related to leases and the ongoing management of relationships.

We can also provide advice on any issues that arise during the lifetime of a lease. For tenants, this could include questions about your lease obligations or how to handle lease renewals, or for landlords, this could include advice on any statutory obligations associated with letting your property.

“They are knowledgeable, friendly, efficient and a pleasure to work with.” 

Chambers and Partners

FAQs- Landlord and Tenant management

No. Whether a service charge is payable or not depends on the terms of the lease and whether the lease demise forms part of a larger building or estate, where services are provided. Insurance rent is often payable on top of the rent, as a landlord usually prefers to be responsible for insuring its property, with the tenant reimbursing the cost of the premium.

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We have always been impressed with the speed and reactivity displayed by the Clarkslegal Commercial Property team and their ability to make complex situations seem more straightforward.” 

Crown Europe

“It has been an immense pleasure to work closely with this firm that takes great care of its clients. The professionals are of the highest calibre and diligence.” 

Orkhan Eyyubov, Founding Director – New Canada Capital