‘Akhil Markanday heads the team at BCLP, and it’s clear to see why. Akhil’s ability to ‚get the job done‘ whilst also guiding his team demands admiration. Calm and collected, he analyses every aspect of the case.’

‘Akhil Markanday and Alexandra Selka are a hugely impressive double act. They are both extremely bright and deliver commercial and pragmatic advice every time (often under extreme time pressure). The business simply loves working with them for that reason. They are also thoroughly good people, which always helps!’

‘Alexandra Selka is first class, always on top of even the most complex and long-running cases. Akhil Markanday anchors the team. He is always aware of the client’s business needs and keeps fully across all of their cases.’

‘Eleanor Murray – first rate at dealing with enfranchisement, the right of first refusal, the right to manage, and all other aspects of residential property. She is also an excellent team leader.’

‘Emma Pinkerton is an excellent partner and is notable for her excellent judgment, listening and decision-making skills.‘

‘Emma Pinkerton is a highly experienced property litigation specialist – nothing fazes her. Sara Keag is a calm and highly capable lawyer who is great to have in your corner.’

‘This team has been involved in the majority of cited cases in the telecoms industry; they are true experts in the area, and there is no other team that has such experience. In addition, they have created a bespoke system for our litigation and worked with us to develop a system to suit our specific commercial needs.’

‘Karen Mitchell is an incredible principal associate who is detail-oriented, engaged and passionate. Karen provides detailed and expert legal advice whilst considering our commercial objectives and methods of working. She is a key member of the team.’

‘Eversheds operates at the top level of development work and is frequently put forward for developers for large-scale projects with complex legal requirements.’

‘Forsters have probably captured the widest range of property professionals in the business. The strength and depth of its property litigation team is probably unrivalled.’

‘Julia Tobbell, Anna Mullins and Ben Barrison make a formidable team of bright, astute and determined lawyers. Clients of the firm are spoilt for choice.‘

‘A large, super-friendly team of property litigators, with particular expertise in leasehold and enfranchisement work, but also working on substantial commercial property matters. Strength and depth across all levels of seniority, and is very well respected amongst property litigators widely.’

‘The commercial quality of the advice is unsurpassed in the sector.’

‘The key person is Daniel Levy. He has an excellent technical grounding on which he can plan and execute a defence or claim with utmost commerciality.’

‘Brilliant team with strength in all areas and justifiable reputation for being incredibly effective litigators and particularly good for hotly contested, difficult, complex and high value disputes. Robust and unyielding in their approach to secure results for their clients.’

‘Team with real strength in numbers across multiple offices – notably London, Manchester and Leeds. Able to resolve any dispute quickly and effectively.’

‘Katie Dunn is a strong partner who works as hard as anyone for her clients. Great to work with.’

‘Excellent department leadership (Frances Richardson), wide real estate litigation experience, ability to focus on key issues at an early stage, strategy and risk identification.’

‘Alison Hardy is a brilliant partner. She is across all of the details, knows our business inside out, and acts as an extension of our legal team, rather than a one-step-removed external counsel. I can’t recommend her highly enough.’

‘Ashurt’s real estate team has clients of the highest quality with hugely demanding and complex matters. The calibre of the work makes their legal, commercial and practical knowledge stand out from the competition. One of the key features of the team is that a lot of responsibility is given to more junior members who more than equal the trust extended to them.’

‘Alison Hardy led the team in the two matters I dealt with. She displayed expertise, energy and enthusiasm at all times. She has a thorough understanding of the law, was sensitive to, and made it her business to understand the clients’ commercial needs, provided reassurance and guidance throughout, and was a delight to work with. She was completely outstanding.’’

‘Charles Russell Speechlys ensures that the right experts are in the room for the right discussions, providing the necessary expertise without overwhelming the meeting with unnecessary participants. This thoughtful approach ensures that clients feel supported, not overbilled. In my view, Charles Russell Speechlys combines exceptional capability with outstanding efficiency.’

‘What truly sets Charles Russell Speechlys apart is its collaborative approach—not only within their team but also with clients and external experts. It’s a level of partnership and integration that I haven’t seen matched elsewhere in the market.’

‘James Souter is our primary point of contact, and his pragmatic approach ensures we are consistently well-informed and thoroughly advised. One of his standout strengths is his ability to leverage the expertise of both clients and specialists to strengthen the case or project.’

‘Clyde & Co provides a robust and efficient service for our property litigation issues. They anticipate issues often before they arise and provide solutions and suggestions before they become critical issues.’

‘Tight-knit team with a long-standing pedigree. You sit up and take notice when Clyde & Co are involved in any case.’

‘Keith Conway – one of the greats. He makes you feel as though there is nothing he hasn’t seen before and nothing that he can’t deal with. Oozes experience, confidence, and skill.’

‘The 2 stand-out individuals are Lesley Webber and Jamie Mangan. Both of these are incredible at both building friendships and providing practical solutions to quite often complex legal issues. Their no-nonsense approach encourages trust and often helps to quickly end disputes.’

‘Fieldfisher’s relationship with our organisation is not just transactional—it’s embedded. Their legal specialists have worked directly within our teams, supporting critical functions like joint venture management, lands and legal matters, and commercial contracts. This hands-on integration allows Fieldfisher to offer legal advice that is not only technically sound but also deeply informed by operational realities.’

‘Communications from partners like Laura West demonstrate a clear, pragmatic approach to legal drafting and negotiation, with a focus on aligning legal language with operational needs.’

‘Very good national base, with offices in London and Birmingham interacting seamlessly. Acts for some heavyweight developer clients and has strong knowledge and understanding of the development market.’

‘Charlotte Weeks is very good. Minerva Christiaan-Rakus is exceptional – the star of the future? No, she’s the star of the here and now.’

‘Head of department Clive Chalkley is one of the cleverest lawyers in town, but he wears his learning lightly: underestimate him at your peril. He is always a gentleman and a delight to work with, but also a talented street-fighter. Up-and-coming associate Minerva Christiaan-Rakus is one to watch out for. ’

‘Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is that rare thing: a city firm with huge resources behind it, with a thriving and top-notch property litigation department that both dovetails with its other work and acts independently, with a thriving property litigation advocacy unit.’

‘Matthew Weal is a partner of the future. Strong and resourceful. He „gets it“ and delivers. Graeme Robertson is a calm and reassuring presence on any team.’

‘Matthew Weal and Hugh Le Gear are very knowledgeable, kind, willing, and give good, strong advice and recommendations. They always go the extra mile.’

‘The team is responsive and gives practical advice. They are not afraid to give a strong opinion on complex matters and really help to shape the practical strategies that will benefit the business.’

‘Ian Whitehead has provided very practical strategic advice, and always provides the advice when needed and is very responsive.‘

‘Melissa Thompson – she is very direct and straightforward in her advice, always very clear on her position, which gives us a lot of confidence in the next steps we are taking. She is certainly a safe pair of hands and someone who really understands the issues and helps to work out our strategy.’

‘The firm is unique in every way, delivering exceptional service from an experienced team that truly cares about their clients. Knowledge and areas of specialism are superb and show in the handling of often complex and time-consuming cases.’

‘The people are what make this firm unique. Passion – every member of the team is truly passionate about their field, including the trainees that we work with. It doesn’t matter at what level, the passion, dedication and excitement clearly show through in what they are doing whether it’s a complex litigation matter or a simple lease transaction and it doesn’t matter if it is a trainee or a partner, the level of passion and dedication is clear in all of the team.’

‘Thomas Nolan is excellent and a partner in the making to watch. He has an amazing eye for detail and focuses on the important matters of a dispute. He is very approachable and great to work with.’

‘Farrer & Co provides consistently good quality advice.’

‘On the litigation side, we deal with Siobhan Jones. She provides excellent, clear-cut advice and is willing to take a position and make recommendations to the client. She has been very responsive and has been a key part of the overall team on the matter we are involved with.’

‘Known for acting in technically and legally complex real estate disputes covering the full range of commercial and residential disputes, being strategic thinkers, delivering practical and effective advice, and the team has real strength in depth.’

‘The team at Fladgate is commercially minded, responsive, and easy to work with. They collaborate well internally, and you don’t get the sense of silos that you often do at other firms. There’s strong partner involvement, and they’re good at cutting through complexity and focusing on what matters to the client.’

‘Adam Gross is exceptional. He combines sharp legal analysis with clear, strategic thinking and a calm, measured approach that instills confidence, even in high-pressure situations. He’s brilliant at seeing the bigger picture without losing sight of the details, and he’s particularly good at navigating complex, high-stakes disputes with both legal precision and commercial awareness.’

‘Liam Bell has substantial experience in matters relating to the residential development industry and in negotiations of a delicate nature.’

‘I believe it is the people who make this practice unique, not only because of their knowledge and capabilities, but also their effectiveness and speed in handling queries.’

‘I am currently working with Emily Vandenberg and Hollie Jordan-Wright, both of whom are outstanding professionals with extensive knowledge and expertise in handling complex property matters. They coordinate seamlessly with other departments to ensure a smooth and efficient overall service. Their consistent and proactive updates on progress have been particularly welcome.’

‘Amanda McNeil and team are exemplary practitioners and advisors in their space. Diligent, detail-minded and problem-solving. Instruction of Counsel is efficient, and we work together as one virtual team.‘

‘Russell-Cooke stands out for its ability to offer City-level expertise while maintaining a personal, highly collaborative service ethos. What makes the firm particularly unique is its combination of deep legal specialism with a practical, solutions-oriented approach that aligns closely with the commercial realities and sensitivities of our sector.’

‘The individuals we work with at Russell-Cooke consistently demonstrate a rare combination of technical excellence, approachability, and commercial awareness. Their standout quality lies in their ability to deliver complex legal advice with clarity, confidence, and pragmatism, which, in our experience, is not always a given in the legal market.’

‘What sets Edward Cracknell apart from many of his peers is his ability to see the bigger picture without losing sight of detail. He consistently acts as a true extension of our internal team — responsive, trusted, and always constructive. That level of trust is not easily earned, and it reflects both his expertise and integrity.’

‘Highly responsive team; good strength in depth, joined up internally, commercially astute.’

‘Kathryn Lister is a stand-out individual at this organisation – very engaging to deal with, commercially astute, excellent negotiator with the ability to read/interpret the opposing party’s red lines, collegiate approach to problem solving – both internally and externally.’

‘The team at Stephenson Harwood stands out for its in-depth understanding of their clients‘ needs, and real legal knowledge. Their instructions are strikingly thorough because they leave no stone unturned in working out how best to achieve results for the client, and they know their stuff.’

‘We admire the style and commitment of Taylor Wessing. They are very quick to answer questions; they come out to the site for property discussions, rather than staying in the office; they are well informed and well staffed.’

‘Stephen Burke is an excellent solicitor and a partner all but in name. He operates at the highest level, able to hold his own against the biggest hitters in the market on technical legal ability and strategic foresight. Alicia Convery is a masterful litigator. Her brilliant case preparation and detailed legal analysis mean her cases always run smoothly.’

‘Highly efficient, outstanding lawyers, know their clients/sector well, and very easy to work with.’

‘Takes a personal interest in ensuring the best advice and representations – well beyond the standard professional service. Availability, engagement and subject knowledge are excellent.’

‘A really good team, especially good at representing the interests of their insurer clients, but also with great technical knowledge.’

‘Rachel Kerr has great technical knowledge, especially in rights to light, and is brilliant at thinking how best to strengthen the client’s case.’

‘Wedlake Bell is a firm I look to work with if a matter is technical and challenging. They are a rare breed, being led by barrister Adam Colenso, who do not shy away from rigorously scrutinising the merits of their client’s position and mounting robust, well-articulated arguments from the get-go.’

‘Adam Colenso heads the team. He continues to combine a razor-sharp and incisive legal mind with utter unflappability and level-headedness. He thinks laterally and creatively from all angles with determination to achieve the precise resolution is clients seek.’

‘Brilliant team with a number of standout individuals, undoubtedly leaders in the field.’

‘Unerring attention to detail, an acute understanding of their clients‘ needs in the social housing sector, and a keen sense of pragmatism and commerciality.’

‘Liam Hale is an outstanding lawyer with great judgment. He is a delight to work with – hugely collegiate and user-friendly. Nothing is ever too much trouble.

‘Mary Walsh – has amazing client care skills, going far and beyond what is expected.’

‘This is an excellent team headed up by James Sutherland. The team comprises a remarkable number of highly talented individuals. The technical legal skills know-how is of an excellent standard. The partners are first rate.’

‘I would particularly mention Robert Bailey, who is fantastic, clever and proficient. I would also mention Penny Shannon, who is delightful to work with, and Rebecca Lee, who is dynamic and knowledgeable.’

‘They are one of the only property litigation practices with genuine expertise in Building Safety Act disputes. They are a market leader in landlord and tenant law and its interaction with construction laws like the BSA. The team can handle the most complex property disputes; they have a deep bench and are led by James Sutherland, a standout lawyer at the top of his field.’

‘Ben Hatton is fantastic, very knowledgeable and responsive and is just what you need.’

‘Combining legal expertise with practical, commercially-focused advice. Able to think strategically. Very user-friendly.’

‘Ben Hatton – The consummate modern litigator. Jordan Gulwell is one to watch for the future.’

‘The technical knowledge and creative approach to rights of light cases regarding the use of models and modern measurement techniques.’

‘Mike Scott and James Blyth both have a commercially rational approach and provided real insight into the cases and potential solutions.’

‘Very professional, highly experienced and very good strength in depth.’

‘Excellent all-round service, considered and sound advice on all aspects of cases from start to finish.’

‘Jonathan Warner-Reed – a great all-rounder.‘

‘Dedicated team for property, planning and associated legal work. Excellent service and expert knowledge.’

‘Edwin Coe is in that happy position where they are large enough to resource significant pieces of litigation but small enough to provide a personal level of service. The team also has a very broad range of experience.’

‘I have mostly worked with Joanne Osborne. She has an extraordinary range of experience across the spectrum of property litigation. I am quite certain she would be an excellent choice for any piece of property-related litigation. The other members of the team I have had contact with have also been imposing and knowledgeable.’

‘Very strong team with a pragmatic approach to often complex property litigation.’

‘The team at Hamlins is amazing. They are incredibly efficient, supportive and proactive. I have always been very satisfied and grateful to them for their kind assistance over the years when acting on our behalf and on behalf of some of our clients. They are friendly, down-to-earth and very experienced. Always a very positive experience working with them.’

‘The word individuals describes the difference. Such lovely people. I always feel in safe hands when dealing with them and have worked with several members of the team over the years on differing matters. I am very happy to recommend them.’

‚Kate Andrews is a force of nature. She demonstrates relentless pursuit of the client’s objectives, leaving no stone unturned and unapologetic about keeping up the pressure till she gets what she wants.’

‘Lewis Silkin has a focused property litigation team, brilliantly led by Brian Kilcoyne, who positively fizzes with enthusiasm for his job and the elegantly crafted solutions to the problems his clients bring him.’

‘Brian Kilcoyne is the person I have most enjoyed working with: brilliant, fun, ingenious and able to think laterally. Truly one of the best in the field.’

‘We are fortunate to have found partners and associates in Lewis Silkin who understand our priorities: cost-efficiency, clarity, and strategic thinking. They explain difficult concepts in plain English and identify the key pressure points quickly. In short, we want lawyers who think like business people, and who treat our time and money with the same care they would their own. The individuals we work with consistently demonstrate that approach.’

‘A fab team with real strength in depth – known for acting in technically and legally complex real estate disputes (in particular relating to development work) as well as core real estate work including telecommunications. They are real strategic thinkers and deliver practical, effective advice.’

‘A highly respected and very experienced firm, with excellent strength and depth.’

‘This is a firm at the very top of its league when it comes to property litigation. It handles high-value and complex legal disputes with ease and never fails to instil a sense of confidence in clients and other advisors alike. They really are the best of the best in this sphere.’

‘The provision of prompt, efficient and effective legal advice.’

‘David Stevens provides comprehensive, detailed advice and is both personable and approachable.

‘Greg Rouse – very helpful, thorough, personable and approachable.’

‘I have been instructed by Emma Copestake and Matthew Spring, as well as by Scott Goldstein. All three are excellent. Matthew Spring in particular has a very good tactical sense and has been a pleasure to work with.’

‘This old-established firm brings years of experience and expertise to bear in support of its talented team of property litigators.’

‘Broad range of experience across a wide range of real estate disputes.’

‘An all-round brilliant team, with all the property litigation knowledge and skills you could possibly need.’

‘A collection of fantastic and efficient lawyers providing a comprehensive service for disputes relating to land and the built environment.’

‘Ben Robinson is energetic, full of creative ideas and valuable insights. He knows what he is doing, you can tell he knows what he is doing, and he gets on with doing it and delivering for clients. Sara Stephens is consistently excellent.‘

‚Strong client base. Very experienced, particularly in commercial landlord and tenant disputes and development opportunities.‘

‚Katherine Campbell – incredibly experienced litigator, client-focused, commercial, negotiates great results, straight-talking.‘

‚Brad Trerise has been brilliant, quick, smart-thinking and makes it uncomplicated.‘

‘For the last few years, I have been working with Marissa Lawrence, whom I consider an extremely capable solicitor. She is very innovative, highly skilled, and has shrewd ideas to convince the opposite parties. She is an asset to the practice.’

‘Good results and achieving your legal objective are what you need for any legal team one engages, particularly if you are on the right side of the law! The litigation team at Ronald Fletcher Baker, under the leadership of Rudi Ramdarshan, has delivered this for us every time we have used them.’

‘The team exudes a sense of confidence, capability, and cohesion that’s truly rare. They give the strong impression that no matter how complex or challenging the case, they can handle it — and fast.’

‘Wallace LLP has an excellent reputation for real estate litigation, and in particular for complex residential matters in the block management context. They handle litigation efficiently and give accurate commercial advice on the progress and likely outcome of their clients‘ cases.’

‘Meera Patel knows the ins and outs of her client’s case.’

‘The Wallace team consistently provides sound advice that is delivered without pomposity or condescension. Every question and phone call is answered promptly.’

‘Anthony Gold’s property litigation team is extremely strong and offers excellent client service. They cut right to the heart of the relevant issues and analyse their cases from every angle. They convey complicated issues clearly to clients and are highly responsive. The team is highly efficient and always a pleasure to work with.’

‘My experience of Anthony Gold Solicitors in the area of property litigation extends over a period of 15 years. I have found them to be highly professional and effective in every aspect of their work.’

‘Anthony Gold is well-known for its significant experience and quality within the real estate litigation sector. This has equally been my experience. They are savvy, know how to handle their primarily claimant-based client base well, and are very competent at strategising complex litigation.’

‘Simon Painter is very knowledgeable, commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions-oriented. He has patiently guided us through a very difficult property matter, given us candid advice in a kind and constructive manner, whilst clearly setting out our options and likelihood of success.’

‘All-round knowledge strength in depth. A good approach to listening and understanding of client’s concerns. Good response times and approach to client care ’

‘Brilliant individual and partner support. Reliable and great advice received. Listened and understood the problem being faced, and timely and accurate advice was provided.’

‘Personable, hard-working, extremely well qualified, and experienced, and most of all very capable at thinking outside of the box and working with and making work some of the more bizarre ideas from our team.’

‘We have worked on three very different and separate projects with different senior partners. In my experience, they have spent time understanding the particular requirements of the brief and offering wise counsel as a result. We have never had to restate the context of the project.’

‘The team at Colman Coyle is excellent, and there are no weak links. They’re on top of the law, the work product is excellent, and they set up the case for success.’

‘A great bunch of lawyers who are thorough and knowledgeable, especially when it comes to building safety and the complex structure of leases. Fabulous to work with; always collaborative. It is also invaluable having their steer on the client’s needs and the practical issues.’

‘Lee Russell – Partner. Knowledgeable, dedicated and available with an exceptional understanding of the sector and clients‘ needs. A pleasure to work with and receive instructions from. He is outstanding at dealing with very complex building safety work.’

‘Mark Foxcroft is always responsive to our needs, understands where we are as a business and provides us with advice and information that we will need for decision making on specific questions or issues, sometimes even if we haven’t specifically asked for it, because he knows it will be relevant to our decision.’

‘The team at Druces LLP brings a measured, intelligent approach to property litigation, with notable strength in rights of light and complex neighbourly matters. What makes the practice stand out is its blend of technical rigour and commercial sensibility—delivering advice that is legally robust but always grounded in practical outcomes.’

‘Druces is highly responsive, collaborative, and detail-conscious. The team communicates clearly and maintains strong momentum through each stage of a matter, without the churn or over-engineering that can occur at larger firms. Their ability to simplify complexity is a real strength, and they operate with quiet confidence rather than unnecessary theatre.’

‘The practice demonstrates flexibility on billing where appropriate and fosters a genuinely collegiate internal culture. This is reflected in the calibre of individuals like Charles Grossman, whose sharp eye and calm, pragmatic style add real value to every matter he touches.’

‘The team is consistently efficient and effective, and we feel very supported.’

‘What makes this practice truly unique is the combination of its deep technical expertise, commercial pragmatism, and genuine investment in client relationships. Their advice is always tailored, strategic, and solution-focused — not just legally accurate, but commercially astute and practically deliverable.’

‘I have worked exclusively with Paul Dench over a number of years, and I cannot speak highly enough of him. He is an exceptional solicitor who consistently delivers clear, commercial, and solutions-focused advice. His professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail are outstanding, and he has become a trusted adviser on a wide range of complex matters.’

‘Andrew Tugwell is approachable, extremely knowledgeable and has a deep understanding of property matters, whether leasehold, freehold, commercial, or residential. Having dealt with Andrew Tugwell over many years, we have found him to always be available, ready and willing to help and to take a commercial and pragmatic view of each case. ’

‘Ed John was a rock to us. He took the drama out of the situation and was surefooted with all the legal steps. He put together a good team when required ’

‘Keystone Law’s strength lies in the breadth of its offering across multiple areas of law, and the collaborative support provided from different expertise areas.’

‘What sets them apart is their ability to balance technical precision with commercial pragmatism—advising not just on the legal position, but on how best to navigate it to achieve the optimal result.’

‘This team moves quickly, communicates clearly, and never loses sight of the strategic end goal. They are particularly strong at distilling complex property arrangements into workable legal solutions, and their calm, confident handling of sensitive disputes consistently inspires trust.’

‘Angela Gregson stands out as a leading figure in rights of light litigation. Her depth of knowledge, strategic clarity, and calm authority make her an invaluable advisor in high-stakes disputes. What truly sets Angela apart is her ability to deliver technically sound advice while never losing sight of commercial realities.’

‘It was clear at once that the team had comprehensive knowledge and experience of a new area of property litigation which, as a private client, was extremely reassuring.’

‘The individuals I have worked with, Caroline DeLaney and Jessica Waters, were readily available for consultation and provided cogent advice at every stage. I would be very happy to work with and recommend them again.’

‘A first-class innovatively thinking firm which ensures the best advice for clients in all forms of law.’

‘Hands-on partner and senior associate level involvement in all instructions. Strong support from more junior members of the team. The team is very accessible, reactive, and commercially minded, addressing cases from the client’s perspective to achieve the optimum outcome for the client.’

‘The team is led by Dev Desai, who is very commercially minded and astute, invariably providing sound commercial tactical advice, pointing the client in the right direction.’

‘Dev Desai is an astute team leader. His technical legal ability is only second to his unparalleled commercial foresight and tactical nous.’

‘Simon Hartley’s tremendous subject matter knowledge allows him to jump immediately to the right conclusion, then explains why. Always there when you need him.’

‘Well-resourced, high-quality legal advice, and outstanding understanding of client needs.’

‘Weightmans was able to provide a tailored approach to the case they were dealing with, providing highly specialised advice. They did not just focus on the law itself but understood the financial and commercial issues which would affect any resolution.’