Commercial Property

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Hollie Leckie

We help clients deal with commercial property in a way that actually works in the real world, not just on paper.

Whether you’re buying, selling, financing or managing a property, the legal side should support what you’re trying to achieve, not slow it down. We focus on giving clear advice, flagging real risks (not theoretical ones), and helping you move forward with confidence.

We work with landlords, investors, developers and lenders, from single assets through to larger portfolios, and tailor our approach depending on what matters most to you: speed, risk, value, or a combination of all three.

Our Services

  • Good asset management is about staying on top of issues before they become expensive problems.

    We support landlords and asset managers with the day-to-day legal side of running commercial property, including leases, renewals, tenant issues and enforcement. That might mean documenting a straightforward letting, or dealing with something more difficult like breaches, non-payment or problem tenants.

    We also help with:

    • Lease renewals and variations

    • Rent reviews and restructures

    • Break options and exits

    • Forfeiture and recovery strategies

    • General estate management across multi-let sites

    Our focus is always on protecting your income and keeping things moving, without unnecessary delay or overcomplication.

  • Buying or selling property should be a smooth process, but in reality, there are usually issues somewhere; title problems, delays, or points being argued that don’t really matter.

    Our role is to keep the deal moving while making sure you’re properly protected.

    We handle freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, including investment properties and development sites. We’ll flag anything that genuinely needs your attention, deal with issues early, and avoid getting bogged down in things that don’t.

    Whether it’s a straightforward purchase or part of a wider portfolio deal, we keep the focus on getting it done properly and on time.

  • Property finance needs to move quickly and with certainty. Delays or unclear advice can put deals at risk.

    We act for lenders, advising on secured lending transactions and making sure the property side of the deal is clear and robust.

    This includes:

    • Reviewing title and identifying risks

    • Putting security in place

    • Dealing with conditions and drawdown requirements

    • Dealing with redemptions and associated release documentation

    We take a practical approach and focus on what matters for the deal to proceed, without overcomplicating the process.

  • We act for landlords, management companies and managing agents on the day-to-date legal requirements of running residential estates. This typically involves dealing with leasehold transactions, enquiries and applications, whether that's a residential sale by a corporate owner, a routine consent or something more involved requiring careful review of the lease terms.

    We regularly assist with:

    • Licences to assign, sublet and alter

    • LPE1 packs and pre-sale enquiries

    • Deeds of covenant and compliance certificates

    • Notices of transfer, charge and other post-completion requirements

    • Advising on lease provisions and consent requirements

    • Acting on the sale of residential flats and management company share transfers 

    • Airspace development

    • Setting up management companies and reorganising or carving up titles

    Our approach is pragmatic and responsive. We turn documents around quickly, keep transactions on track and ensure all parties meet their obligations without unnecessary delay or overcomplication.

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Why work with us?

AMB Law delivers clear, commercially focused legal advice across all aspects of commercial property.

We work with developers, investors, landlords, tenants and businesses on acquisitions, disposals, leases, refinancing and development projects, supporting clients through transactions of all sizes and complexities. Our team understands the importance of balancing legal detail with commercial priorities, helping deals progress efficiently and smoothly.

Clients choose AMB Law for our responsive service, practical approach and commitment to building long-term relationships based on trust, communication and results.

Speak to Hollie

Contact

+44 (0)20 3651 5646
hleckie@amblaw.co.uk