Business Property & Commercial Leases

Commercial property leases. Protecting your business interests.

Negotiating and preparing leases correctly, whilst not core to most businesses, is very often fundamental to their success.

For a tenant, the lease is frequently the largest single item of expenditure. Getting the terms of it right can make the difference between having a profitable site or a cash-draining, growth-inhibiting liability. For landlords, it is a matter of making a property a profitable asset and sound investment rather than a burden.

Our experienced commercial property lawyers know how to adapt commercial leases to suit the needs of your business and they will guide you through every aspect of commercial leasing.

We translate complex lease terms into practical, commercially focused solutions that support your business goals.

Landlords: We help landlords manage the leasehold aspects of their commercial property portfolios, which involves granting Leases, Licences (general leasehold management), Rent Deposit Deeds and Deeds of Variation as well as dealing with lease renewals and acting for landlords on assignments of leases

Tenants: We act for commercial tenants in a variety of circumstances including taking leases as new or renewal leases, purchasing existing leases from outgoing tenants and assisting in putting operational documents such as licences in place.

Beyond lease agreements, we provide guidance on:

  • Property management and subletting arrangements such as assignments, sub-leases and licences
  • Mixed-use commercial and residential properties
  • Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals

Sector expertise

Our team combines sector experience with our deep understanding of commercial property issues across:

  • Offices
  • Retail, leisure, restaurants, and shopping centres
  • Medical and dental practices and other property used in the healthcare sector
  • Industrial units and warehouses

What our clients say:

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“I have been working with Lily on a property lease & am extremely happy with not only the end product received but the great communication throughout too. I will be using Lily for all of my property requirements moving forwards on a long term basis.”

Recent Commercial Property Client

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“I have engaged the services of Morr & Co on various development land transactions as well as dealing with the conveyancing for the sales of new built homes... [Cathryn Pernstich] has been a pleasure in the way transactions have been dealt with.”

Recent Commercial Property Client

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“High quality advice and guidance every step of the way through to an important and successful conclusion. Lily McLean and her team were exceptional and with a brilliant client manner. I would not hesitate to recommend Lily and Morr & Co.”

Recent Commercial Property Client

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