Lauded for its ‘outstanding client service’, Taylor Wessing LLP coordinates with its life sciences, tech, and private wealth disciplines to advise on an array of property litigation matters, such as dilapidation claims, injunctions, and vacant possession strategies. ’Formidable’ practice head Saleem Fazal advises investment landlords and developers on rights of light disputes, rent review cases, and real estate insolvency matters. Stephen Burke handles commercial and residential property disputes, while Alicia Convery and Emma Archer are both skilled in contentious lease renewals and forfeiture and break issues.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Stephen Burke- very approachable, efficient and calm in a crisis. A good guy.’

  • ‘Knowledgeable, responsive and commercial.'

  • ‘I have recently worked with Alicia Convery and Stephen Burke on a particularly complex property litigation matter and found them both to be highly knowledgeable, professional and responsive. They adopted a commercial approach to the various key issues that has allowed us to move the dispute towards a positive conclusion rather than it becoming unnecessarily protracted.'

  • ‘Outstanding client service and proactivity.'

  • ‘Saleem Fazal has wonderful experience and he has formidable legal instinct, both as to legal and commercial matters. He is a true leader in the field.'

  • 'They understand the commercial drivers and provide tailored advice that's easy to follow, clearly defines risks and offers clear views on the appropriate way forward.'
  • ‘Saleem Fazal provided exceptional service. He is a great lawyer, understood the legal issues, but most importantly also quickly grasped the commercial position and what we were seeking to achieve.'

Key clients

  • Teesworks Limited
  • Blackstone
  • Wrexham FC Supporters Trust
  • Canada Life
  • Tritax Big Box REIT
  • AIK Immobilien-Investmentgesellschaft
  • ARA Europe
  • City Developments Limited (Singapore)
  • Comer Homes

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Saleem Fazal

Other key lawyers

Stephen Burke, Alicia Convery, Emma Archer