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Property Dispute Solicitors

 

We act for a broad range of land owners and occupiers on property disputes, from public bodies and universities to investors and developers, housing associations and owner occupiers. We also advise major commercial and public sector landlords and commercial tenants on a broad range of problems including: 

  • Contested lease renewals 
  • Rent arrears recovery and forfeiture 
  • Dilapidations 
  • Service charge disputes
  • Tenant insolvency 
  • Trespasser eviction 
  • Residential freehold management including:
    • Tenant rights of first refusal
    • Enfranchisement and right to manage claims
    • Residential service charge disputes
    • Assured shorthold tenancy regulation and possession

One of the leading dispute resolution teams in the region.”

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  • 02 July 2026
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

Litigation and Artificial Intelligence: Where are we now?

In the recent case of Cork and another v Smith, the High Court publicly admonished a law firm and two of its solicitors after they had produced and submitted two AI-generated letters to the court containing misleading and false information in relation to a block transfer application made under Rule 12.37 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016.

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  • 30 June 2026
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

Overview of the new ICC Arbitration Rules: Key changes – Episode 1

In this episode, Jack Hobbs (Clarkslegal) and Christopher Howitt (Three Stone) discuss the major updates in the ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 and what they mean for practitioners, clients, and the future of international arbitration.

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  • 13 April 2026
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

Renters’ Rights Act coming into force on 1 May 2026

The long-awaited Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (RRA) comes into force on 1 May 2026, bringing the biggest changes to the private rental sector since the 1980s. So what do landlords need to know about what is changing?

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  • 27 March 2026
  • Corporate and M&A

Shareholder Disputes: What to do when disputes arise – Episode 4

Join Stuart Mullins and Jack Hobbs for episode four of our Shareholder Disputes podcast series as they confront the realities of shareholder fallouts and share practical strategies for managing these complex situations.

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  • 27 February 2026
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

How (not!) to serve a winding up petition on a company using a default address

This case concerned an appeal by DG Resources Ltd (“DG”) on the basis that a winding up petition brought by HMRC (the “Petition”) was invalidly served.

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  • 28 January 2026
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

Looking ahead to Dispute Resolution in 2026

2026 is shaping up to be a busy year with a number of important changes due to be implemented by new legislation.

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