DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Distribution centres involve complex property and operational considerations, from large-scale leases and acquisitions to planning, zoning, and logistics requirements. We advise investors, developers, and operators on securing, managing, and optimising these assets efficiently and in line with regulatory obligations.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Completed the £15m acquisition of the European HQ and distribution centre for a property investment company.
Completed the £40m acquisition of a large distribution centre.
Secured new leases for distribution centres at an airport for a European shipping company.
Advising on the property portfolios of numerous retail clients including the acquisitions and disposals of distribution centres.
Drafting and negotiating a favourable rent for an unused distribution centre as part of a client’s estate rationalisation process.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of a distribution centre or buildings suitable for use as a distribution centre.
Disposal of distribution centres.
Obtaining planning permissions to build a distribution centre on land.
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts including FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Drafting and negotiating leases of a distribution centre or part of the distribution centre.
Advice on environmental issues including contamination, nuisance and rights to light.
Negotiating and drafting overage agreements.
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We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.