EMBASSIES
Embassies involve complex property, security, and regulatory considerations, from lease or ownership arrangements to planning, access, and diplomatic requirements. We advise governments, investors, and property managers on navigating these issues to ensure embassy premises are secure, compliant, and effectively managed.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advice on the high-profile disposal of the Lithuanian embassy in London, involving significant harmonisation of cross-border legal procedures.
Advised a Central Government body on a dispute over a large country's occupation of an embassy in London.
Legal issues that may arise
Disposal of embassy premises.
Cross-border legal issues.
Disposal of property for development purposes.
Embassy lease renewals and negotiations.
Advising on termination and break notices.
Contesting easements and boundary issues.
Planning permission.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.