Weightmans' team is known for its work with clients in the healthcare, social housing and public sector industries, wherein the property litigation team handles a range of commercial and residential disputes, including dilapidation claims and leasehold enfranchisement cases. Simon Hartley leads the team as a ‘stalwart ally’ for landlords and tenants in the retail, leisure and healthcare sectors, where he is skilled in matters concerning dilapidation, in particular.
Testimonials
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‘Simon Hartley is dedicated, thoughtful and a stalwart ally dealing with complex leasehold reform matters.’
‘Professional and always collaborative in dealing with clients.’
‘Simon Hartley is able to identify and prioritise actions in a fair and effective manner, based on the best interests of his client. He explains legal terminology with ease and takes time to explain points of law carefully.’
‘Although a stressful time for me, my interactions with Weightmans were always positive and helpful. Regardless of position, each person I dealt with seemed to enjoy their work and were dedicated to do the best they possibly could.'
'Simon takes a very commercial and creative approach to resolving matters, tailoring his approach to the client and the circumstances.'
Key clients
- Newflex Leases Limited
- J.H. & R.R. Mundy (Roofing Supplies) Limited
- MacIntyre Hudson LLP
- Knightsbridge Residents Management Company Ltd
- Maypole Dock Limited
- MDDUS Property Limited
- Pankhurst Family Trust
- Bramgard Freehold Limited
- Lawrence Barnes Limited
- 27 Lennox Gardens Limited
- Avison Young UK
- HHFA Group Limited
- Douvalls Limited
- Four Seasons Health Care Limited
- P J Care Limited
- 6 Embankment Gardens RTM Company Ltd
- Christopher Holland and Jessica Holland
- Nowzer Majainah
- Mary Adwoa Akyaa Boakye
Work highlights
- Acted for J.H. & R.R. Mundy (Roofing Supplies) Limited in relation to an attempt to review a purported lease of its premises, which led to the defence of a claim by its landlord for a declaration that the lease was valid and the resolution of a wider corporate dispute.
- Advised Maypole Dole Limited in relation to the settlement of an overage claim against the developer who purchased its development site.
- Represented Mary Adwoa Akyaa Boakye in the Court of Appeal in relation to the successful appeal of a decision of the Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) in reported case Kensquare Ltd -v- Boakye 2021.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Hartley