United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

Baltimore was the owner of a mixed-use development near Crossharbour DLR station on the Isle of Dogs that had been developed by Ballymore and completed during 2010.

The government's response on the late payments consultation it carried out last year has finally been published – and it confirms sweeping change that will particularly impact construction...

In a case described as "highly unusual"1 by both parties and the judge, the English High Court ordered limited disclosure of specified documents relating to an arbitration commenced under the rules...

In a significant High Court decision, Mr Justice David Nolan has granted an order discharging a restrictive covenant which had prohibited the development of residential lands in Co Limerick...

If you own a leasehold property, understanding how lease extensions work is essential, especially as your lease term starts to fall. A decreasing lease can affect your property’s value, mortgage options and future saleability...

Draft regulations introduce a new public register of contractual control rights over land in England and Wales, imposing major new disclosure duties on developers - making early preparation essential.

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.

In a case described as "highly unusual"1 by both parties and the judge, the English High Court ordered limited disclosure of specified documents relating to an arbitration commenced under the rules...

Upwards-only rent review provisions have long been a ‘standard' feature of commercial leases. Inflationary increases in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI)...

UK commercial property transactions face expanded sanctions risks following the broad interpretation of the ownership and control test in Hellard v OJSC Rossiysky Kredit Bank, requiring proactive due diligence beyond direct ownership.