Based in Newcastle, Weightmans’ property litigation team is known for its sector-focused expertise, advising clients in the energy, utilities, construction, education, licensing and leisure sectors. Steered by employment law specialist Christopher Graham, and supported by legal director Jill Dalkin, the team takes on various disputes concerning accrual of significant arrears leading to the disconnection of supply to commercial premises, as well as breach of covenants involving building works. Dalkin is also an expert on trespass, adverse possession, rights of access, dilapidations and injunctive relief. Mark Reeves, a member of the commercial litigation team, works on high-value franchise disputes and is frequently sought out by energy and utilities sector clients for advice on dilapidations, breach of lease covenants, business lease renewals and forfeiture issues.
Testimonials
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‘The firm has an ability to handle complex matters with vast amounts of data while staying focused on the issue.’
‘Jill Dalkin is very personable and efficient. She communicates well, clearly and readily deals with complicated issues with ease.’
‘Weightmans are very approachable and explain matters in clear language without an over-use of legal jargon. They take time to explain the process and the background of the issue as well as the overall approach.’
‘Jill Dalkin is very knowledgeable and has the ability to clearly explain matters. She takes time to foster relationships and engender good working relationships.’
Key clients
- Bellway Plc
- Bellway Homes Limited
- Northern Powergrid Plc
- Northern Powergrid Plc
- Camerons Brewery Limited
- Northern Electric Plc
- South Shore Developments Limited
- AND Group Limited
- University of Sunderland
- Northern Trust Company Limited
- Yorkshire Electricity Group Plc
- Nucleus Holdings Limited
Work highlights
- Assisted the Electricity distribution business in an application for rectification in the First-tier Property Tribunal with subsequent permission to appeal refused by the Upper Tribunal.
- Assisting the Elictricity distribution business following receipt of various notices to remove apparatus impacted by a major rail infrastructure project.
- Advising Bellway Plc on a claim for damages arising from a developer's breach of planning conditions.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Christopher Graham