ESTATE RATIONALISATION
Estate rationalisation involves reviewing and reorganising property portfolios to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support strategic objectives. We advise councils, public bodies, and institutional investors on disposals, acquisitions, lease restructures, and redevelopment, helping optimise estate use and value.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advising numerous local governments on their estates on the full range of real estate law matters including commercial property, planning, property litigation, construction, environmental law and other related areas.
Legal issues that may arise
Estates management and reviews.
Property and land disposals.
Acquisition of property.
Advising on lease breaks, termination and surrender.
Negotiating lease renewals and rent reviews.
Deeds of variation for leases.
Licences for variation.
Wayleaves.
Advising on dilapidations claims.
Funding mechanisms.
Subletting of surplus spaces.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
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.