England - London • Real estate

Trowers & Hamlins LLP

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The property litigation team at Trowers & Hamlins LLP advises on a wide array of disputes. The main areas of focus for the firm are development, commercial property institutional investment, residential leasehold management and enfranchisement. Nicholas Levy leads the practice, specialising in handling disputes relating to the acquisition, management and disposal of real estate. Paul Marco handles disputes concerning vacant possession strategies and service charge issues, whilst Douglas Rhodes leads the landlord and tenant practice. 'Standout individual' Rachel Kerr is another key name, acting on high-profile rights of light matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘A really good real estate litigation team who pride themselves in given considered thought to the problems that arise and are not afraid to take tough decisions when required.’

  • ‘Rachel Kerr is the standout individual - she has a bright manner, steely resolve and excellent analytical ability.’

Key clients

  • AmTrust International Underwriters Designated Activity Company
  • Broadside Holdings Limited
  • Pinnacle University Properties Limited and Crescent Moon Properties Limited

Work highlights

  • Acting for a title indemnity insurer in high-profile rights of light litigation, proceeding in the High Court.
  • Advising Broadside Holdings in relation to its development aspirations following its acquisition of a shopping centre in Bristol.
  • Acting in a High Court claim for the return of a deposit following the termination of agreements for lease in a failed property development scheme in Liverpool, in which our clients had contracted to purchase 38 apartments.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nicholas Levy

Other key lawyers

Paul Marco, Douglas Rhodes, Rachel Kerr