The real estate litigation team at Boyes Turner assists clients with a variety of contentious property matters, including right of light claims, right of way disputes, service charge arrears, and adverse possession cases. Leading the team in Reading, Russell May often advises housebuilders and telecom companies. Richard Pulford is a key member of the team, who focuses on dilapidation claims and lease extensions.

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  • ‘This company were prompt, efficient, honest, and helpful. They are able to handle complex issues effectively and professionally.’

  • ‘They are highly professional and reputable. They manage expectations kindly and sensitively while dealing with all of the issues raised in a pragmatic and sensible manner. I am very happy to recommend them.’

  • ‘Russell May was very responsive at all times. He was sympathetic to my concerns but very clear in the direction we should take. Russell listened, advised, and clarified points all the way through the case.’

  • 'I have experienced nothing less than an exceptional service. Boyer Turner have proven time and time again that their client is at the heart of what they do.'

  • 'Boyes Turner are consistent and push for best outcome for the client. Boyes Turner work with integrity and do not leave any stone left unturned.'

  • ‘The team has consistently proven its dedication and commitment to meet the needs of the clients. They are professional, friendly, and approach their work with passion, consistency, integrity, and due diligence.’

  • ‘Boyes Turner are a client-friendly, out-of-London firm with a practical, accessible mindset.’

  • ‘Russell May is always a pleasure to work with. He's proactive and knowledgeable. He gives pragmatic and commercial advice to clients.’

Work highlights

  • Advised a leading supplier of aggregates in successfully avoiding an injunction being sought against it, which would have ended its commercial operation, when neighbouring land suffered a landslip.
  • Advised a joint owner of a large property in London regarding a dispute over the shares in which a group of siblings owned the property.
  • Advised a commercial landlord in connection with arbitration proceedings to determine the level of rent payable during the period of enforced closure.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Russell May

Other key lawyers

Richard Pulford