Howes Percival LLP’s solid client base includes large companies, investment funds, institutional landlords, and developers. The team is noted for its breadth of expertise and management of property portfolios for both landlords and tenants. Geraint Davies has amassed considerable experience in high-value property disputes covering a wide range of real estate issues, and Satnam Chayra is well respected for her property litigation prowess, predominantly assisting with landlord and tenant cases. Leanne Davis is a landlord and tenant specialist whose purview includes high-value dilapidations, renewals, forfeitures and covenant claims.

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  • ‘Their attention to detail and complete understanding of the issue at hand.’

  • 'I often refer clients to Howes Percival - their technical prowess is always evident, navigating complex legal terrain with finesse and precision. What always sets them apart is their strategic approach, crafting ingenious solutions tailored to my specific needs while anticipating potential challenges.’
  • ‘Hugely experienced, very capable and professional.’

Key clients

  • C Brewer & Sons
  • Spar
  • De Montfort University
  • Hughes Electrical
  • Green King
  • Davidsons Homes

Work highlights

  • Advising a trust and various family members with an ownership dispute over valuable land.
  • Advising a client on rights to seek partition of jointly owned land and thereafter issuing a claim.
  • Advising on unlawful forfeiture of lease of valuable commercial premises.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Geraint Davies

Other key lawyers

Satnam Chayra, Leanne Davis