Commercial Lease Solicitors
Real Estate
Expert Legal Advice for Commercial Property Tenants and Landlords
Commercial property decisions have long-term implications for your business. Whether you’re taking on new premises as a tenant, renewing an existing lease, or letting property as a landlord, getting the legal terms right from the start protects your interests and prevents costly problems.
At Gurve Legal, our experienced commercial property solicitors advise both tenants and landlords on all aspects of commercial leases. From negotiations through renewals, rent reviews, assignments, and disputes, we provide clear, practical legal advice that protects your position.
With particular expertise in healthcare property (surgeries, clinics, dental practices), offices, retail, industrial property, and mixed-use developments, we understand the specific challenges different property types present.
Our Services for Tenants
New Lease Negotiations
Taking on business premises is a major decision. We negotiate on your behalf to secure favourable terms:
- Lease length and break clauses
- Rent and rent-free periods
- Rent review provisions
- Repairing obligations
- Service charges and insurance
- Permitted use restrictions
- Alterations and improvements
- Assignment and subletting rights
- Security of tenure position
Lease Renewals
When your lease ends, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 usually gives renewal rights. We help with:
- Section 26 requests for new leases
- Responding to Section 25 notices
- Negotiating new lease terms
- Contesting landlords’ opposition
- Court applications if necessary
Rent Reviews
Most leases over 5 years include rent reviews (typically every 3-5 years). Many are “upwards only”. We advise on:
- Review clause interpretation
- Procedures and timescales
- Market rent assessments
- Negotiating reviewed rent
- Expert determination
Assignments & Subletting
You may need to assign your lease or sublet part of your premises. We handle:
- Assignment procedures and documentation
- Licence to assign applications
- Landlord’s conditions
- Authorised Guarantee Agreements (AGAs)
- Sublease drafting
Break Clauses
Break clauses allow early exit on specified dates, but typically come with conditions. We advise on:
- Break clause conditions
- Procedures for exercising breaks
- Timing of notices
- Satisfying conditions
- Disputes over validity
Dilapidations
At lease end, tenants must usually return premises in proper repair. Our property litigation team assists with:
- Schedule of dilapidations claims
- Negotiating settlements
- Challenging excessive claims
- Limiting exposure
Our Services for Landlords
Drafting Commercial Leases
We draft comprehensive leases that protect landlords’ interests whilst remaining marketable:
- Tenant covenants
- Rent review clauses
- Repairing obligations
- Service charge recovery
- Use restrictions
- Assignment provisions
- Forfeiture rights
Lease Renewals
Landlords can oppose renewals on specific statutory grounds. We advise on:
- Serving Section 25 notices
- Opposing renewal
- Negotiating new terms
- Interim rent applications
- Court proceedings
Rent Recovery & Management
We advise on:
- Rent review procedures
- Rent arrears recovery
- Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR)
- Forfeiture proceedings
- Managing problem tenants
Why Choose Gurve Legal for Commercial Lease Advice?
Tenant and Landlord Representation
We act for both tenants and landlords, giving us insight into both sides’ concerns. This experience helps us negotiate effectively and identify optimal solutions.
Healthcare Property Specialists
Our experience with medical and dental premises means we understand healthcare-specific property requirements – CQC compliance, NHS contract implications, accessibility standards, and clinical facility needs.
Commercial Focus
We’re not just property lawyers – we understand business. Our advice considers your commercial objectives, not just legal technicalities. We focus on outcomes that support your business success.
Responsive and Accessible
Property transactions have deadlines. We respond quickly, work efficiently, and keep you informed throughout. You’ll always know what’s happening and what comes next.
Gurve Legal provides expert commercial lease advice to tenants and landlords across England. Whether you’re taking on new premises, renewing an existing lease, navigating rent reviews, or resolving lease disputes, our experienced team delivers practical, commercially-focused legal advice.
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