WAREHOUSE
Warehouses involve complex property, planning, and operational considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to planning permissions, compliance, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise investors, operators, and landlords on managing and developing warehouse assets efficiently, safely, and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Negotiating a favourable lease over a large warehouse for a celebrity chef.
Drafting and negotiating a favourable rent for an unused warehouse as part of a client's estate rationalisation process.
Negotiating numerous lease renewals for warehouses occupied by clients
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of a warehouse or buildings suitable for use as a warehouse.
Obtaining planning permissions to build a warehouse.
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts including FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Drafting and negotiating leases of a warehouse or part of a warehouse.
Advice on environmental issues including contamination, nuisance and rights to light.
Negotiation and drafting of overage agreements.
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.