Specialist Leasehold Solicitors

Of all property matters, leasehold transactions are renowned for being amongst the most complicated. There is no need to let this put you off however, because courtesy of the expertise and knowledge of the leasehold specialists at Slade Legal, whether you are a landlord or a tenant, you can feel reassured and protected from start to finish.

Making a complex process simple.

Whilst no legal expert will ever be able to simplify a leasehold transaction, what they can do is make it a straightforward process for the client, and that is precisely what we do at Slade Legal.

Having dealt with a wide range of specialist leasehold matters over several years, and thanks to our team of longstanding and respected experts in this field, we are well placed to ensure that whatever your transaction, it will be protected by insight and know-how.

We can assist you in a number of leasehold areas, including:

Lease Extensions and Variations
We regularly advise both landlords and tenants on everything involved in extending or varying a lease. We can also assist where leases require modernisation so that they fall in line with today’s conveyancing processes and landlord / tenant requirements.

Enfranchisement
Our experience extends to all types of enfranchisement work, including complex collective enfranchisements of significant sized blocks. Where required we’ll bring in the expert guidance of our own dedicated commercial and taxation experts to ensure the most tax-efficient legal structures are utilised.

Creation of New Leases
If you are letting your property for the first time, our experts will assist you in preparing all the necessary documentation, including professionally drafted tenancy agreements, relevant licences, schedules of condition, inventories and any other special agreements.

Landlord and Tenant Issues
Whether you are looking to avoid or settle a disagreement over lease terms, rent and service charge arrears or end of tenancy dilapidation claims, we can advise on strategy, tactics and likely outcomes.

Seeing the situation from both sides

Because we act for both landlords and tenants, we are able to see issues from both sides of the fence. This allows us to work out how best to smoothly resolve the problem, avoiding court action wherever possible.

Talk to us in confidence

We offer a confidential initial discussion without obligation on all landlord and tenant matters. To talk to one of our experts, visit our offices in Abingdon, Didcot & Wallingford or please get in touch.