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Expert Legal Advice for Landlords and Tenants

Whether you're letting a single unit or managing a portfolio of commercial properties, our specialist Commercial Property team at Porter Dodson provides clear, practical advice tailored to your needs.

 

We act for both landlords and tenants across a wide range of sectors, including office, retail, industrial, healthcare, and leisure.

How We Can Help

 

Negotiating Heads of Terms

We’ll help you understand and negotiate key commercial lease terms, including:

  • Lease duration and renewal rights
  • Break clauses and termination options
  • Rent reviews and service charges
  • Repairing obligations and liability

Our goal is to ensure the terms reflect your commercial objectives and minimise future risk.

 

 


 

Drafting and Reviewing Leases

  • For Landlords: We draft bespoke lease agreements and supporting documents such as:
    • Agreements for lease
    • Rent deposit deeds
    • Licenses to alter
    • Guarantor agreements
  • For Tenants: We review draft leases and associated documents, providing clear advice on:
    • Legal obligations
    • Practical implications
    • Recommended amendments to protect your interests

 

Due Diligence

Before entering into a lease, we carry out thorough due diligence, including:

  • Reviewing title documents
  • Raising enquiries with the landlord
  • Conducting property searches

This ensures you’re fully informed about any restrictions, rights, or risks affecting the property.

 


 

 

Financing and Lender Consent

If the property is mortgaged, we liaise with lenders to obtain the necessary consents and ensure the lease terms align with their requirements.

 


 

 

Assignments, Subletting & Lease Management

If your circumstances change, we can advise on:

  • Exercising break clauses
  • Assigning or subletting your lease
  • Navigating landlord consent and documentation

 

 

Dispute Resolution

We work closely with our Property Disputes team (insert link) to resolve issues such as:

  • Breach of lease terms
  • Dilapidations and repair obligations
  • Rent arrears and forfeiture
  • Lease renewals and termination

Why Choose Porter Dodson?

  • Recognised excellence – Ranked in The Legal 500 for our expertise in Commercial Property matters.
  • Clear, cost-effective advice – We speak your language, not legal jargon, and tailor our guidance to your business circumstances.
  • Joined-up legal support – Our team works seamlessly across property, corporate commercial, employment and litigation to protect your business interests.
  • Trusted by generations – With deep roots in the community, we’ve supported families and business owners across the South West for decades.
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