Lease Extension and Renewal Solicitors

Solicitors specialising in commercial lease renewals and extensions

A commercial lease renewal involves extending or negotiating the terms of a commercial property tenancy. This is usually done when the current leases are due to expire.

Lease renewals can involve negotiating new terms, the value of the rental, the length of the lease, Section 25 and 26 notices, and resolving any disputes and disagreements that arise during the renewal process.

If you are approaching the end of your property lease and need legal advice on your options and rights, our commercial lease renewal solicitors can provide expert guidance and pragmatic support.

Our commercial lease renewal experience includes the following:

• Advising landlords and tenants on their statutory rights under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.
• Serving notice to renew a lease and ensuring all legal requirements are met.
• Helping business owners negotiate favourable terms for the new lease, including length, rent and repair obligations.
• Advising on the rent payable on expiry of the existing lease ('Interim Rent') and how this is calculated.
• Preparing and responding to Section 25 notices and Section 26 requests.
• Guidance on options for removing a tenant with a protected lease when legitimate grounds exist.
• Securing renewals of business premises and defending against opposed renewal applications.
• Advising on entitlement to statutory compensation when renewal is legitimately refused.
• Resolving disputes between landlords and tenants on renewal terms, rent increases, repair obligations and break clauses.
• Advising on whether a lease has the protection of the Act and the implications this has for both parties.
• Handling court proceedings when agreement cannot be reached amicably.
• Gathering and investigating evidence, such as market reports and comparable properties, to support your negotiating position.