United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

Abbey Freeman is an Associate Solicitor in our Conveyancing team and is based at our Loughborough branch.

For developers and investors operating across multiple jurisdictions, the complexity of knowing what can be built, where, and under what conditions is compounded by the diverse frameworks of laws...

With the Arbitration Act 2025 coming fully into force on 1 August 2025 (the "2025 Act"), this is an opportune moment to take a closer look at a recent arbitral decision...

Abbey Freeman is an Associate Solicitor in our Conveyancing team and is based at our Loughborough branch.

Stamp Duty has recently hit the headlines, with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner underpaying the tax on her recent property purchase, highlighting just how important it is to get the correct advice when buying property.

You'd think working in conveyancing would make moving house a breeze.

A House of Commons Committee Report "Government's vision for farming" published on Friday calls for an extended timetable to implement the changes to Agricultural Property Relief...

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Scott Battram to Partner in our Residential Property department.

As inheritance tax rule changes in April 2025 drive business owners to sell or restructure, buyers must navigate compressed timelines carefully. Key risks include insufficient due diligence, inadequate legal protections, valuation missteps, integration challenges, and tax/regulatory oversights. A methodical approach to these areas ensures the buyer maximizes value and mitigates risks in a dynamic market.

Protection for commercial tenants to remain in business premises beyond the contractual term of their lease has been a staple of English law since the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.

Home Purchase Plans (HPPs) are an alternative to traditional mortgage products, often structured to comply with Sharia principles.

Abbey Freeman is an Associate Solicitor in our Conveyancing team and is based at our Loughborough branch.