Our Team
Bowling & Co’s Commercial Property team of specialists provide a comprehensive service to UK and international clients involved in property transactions. We provide guidance, experience, and expertise to enable our clients to achieve their goals and development.
We advise on a broad spectrum of commercial property matters including retail property (such as shopping centres), residential developments, commercial site development, hotel and leisure facilities, warehouses, and offices, auction purchases and sales, healthcare including hospitals, care homes and pharmacies and secured lending for a range of institutional banks, finance instructions, and secondary lenders.
We understand how important it is for clients to achieve their growth and development by having a property that works for them. We aim to be your trusted advisors, to guide you through the pitfalls of the property sector and to assist you in making your decisions.
Why Choose Us?
Having been in the property industry for over 60 years, we believe our experience, expertise and knowledge in the property market enables us to assist you on all commercial property matters, and we aim to help your business grow.
- Experience: Our firm has built a strong reputation in the industry. Our solicitors have extensive knowledge and experience in the property industry and property law, ensuring that you receive top-quality legal advice and representation.
- Expertise: We have a team of highly skilled solicitors who specialise in property law. We can call upon our property litigation, corporate and banking teams to give you the best advice.
- Client-focused approach: We prioritise our clients and their needs. Our solicitors take the time to understand your unique situation and tailor our services to meet your specific requirements. We provide personalised attention and guidance throughout the legal process.
- Cost-effective solutions: We understand legal services can be costly, which is why we strive to provide cost-effective solutions to our clients. Our firm offers transparent pricing and ensures that you receive value for your money.
- Strong record of accomplishments: Our firm has a strong track record of successfully handling complex legal transactions and strutures. We have helped numerous clients achieve favourable outcomes, and our client testimonials speak for our dedication and commitment to achieving the best possible results.
- Accessibility: Our solicitors are easily accessible, and we offer flexible appointment timings to accommodate your schedule. We also provide regular updates on the progress of your transaction ensuring that you are informed every step of the way. Having a team dealing with your transaction means you will be able to speak with any team member to obtain an update.
- Professionalism and integrity: We uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in all our dealings. Our solicitors adhere to a strict code of ethics, ensuring that your interests are protected, and your transaction is handled with the utmost professionalism.
Our Areas of Expertise
Healthcare Sector
As a leading law firm specialising in healthcare, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services tailored specifically to the healthcare sector.
Our team of solicitors has extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the healthcare sector in the UK. We understand the unique challenges and regulatory frameworks that govern healthcare providers, doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals.
The healthcare sector is highly regulated, with a complex web of legislation and regulatory bodies. Our solicitors are well-versed in healthcare regulations, such as the Care Quality Commission standards requirements and the pharmacy regulatory framework and more. We can help you navigate these regulations and ensure compliance.
We understand the unique challenges faced by healthcare providers and the importance of having the right property to conduct your business. Our solicitors take the time to understand your specific needs and goals, providing tailored advice and representation. We prioritise your interests and work collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Our firm has a strong record of accomplishment in healthcare sector property matters and we understand the needs of our clients. Over the years, we have developed strong relationships with key stakeholders in the sector, including agents, agents, accountants, and healthcare professionals. Our network allows us to stay up to date with industry developments and provide you with the latest insights and guidance.
Property Owners and Tenants
We offer comprehensive legal services to both property owners and tenants. Here is what sets our firm apart:
- Extensive experience: Our team of solicitors has extensive experience in dealing with a wide range of property owner and tenant matters. We have successfully represented clients in residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties, handling both contentious and non-contentious issues.
- Our range of services: We provide a wide range of legal services related to property owner and tenant matters, including lease negotiation and drafting, rent reviews, lease renewals, dilapidations claims, service charge disputes, possession proceedings, eviction proceedings, and more. Our comprehensive approach ensures that all your legal needs can be met under one roof.
- Agreeing terms: Disputes between property owners and tenants can be stressful and time-consuming. Our solicitors strive to resolve disputes amicably through negotiation, drafting of documents and speaking with the other side. However, if litigation becomes necessary, we have the expertise and experience to represent you effectively.
- Client-focused approach: We understand the needs and goals of both property owners and tenants. Our solicitors take the time to understand your specific circumstances and tailor our advice and solutions accordingly. We prioritise your interests and work collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Both property owners and tenants can benefit from our services, which include but not limited to:
Property Owners:
- Renewal of a current lease.
- Providing guidance on rent reviews.
- Permissions to make alterations or consenting to assignments.
- Commercial freehold and leasehold property sale or purchase.
- Purchasing a company with property holdings.
Tenants:
- New lease.
- Renewal of a current lease.
- Assigning a lease of a property.
- Purchasing a company with property holdings.
- Heads of terms negotiations.
Property Developers
From site acquisition through to building and disposals of residential, commercial, and recreational units, our experienced team of property solicitors can advise you on all aspects of property development and redevelopment.
We provide legal advice to match your needs, whether you are a property developer, a landowner selling a development opportunity, or an investor or occupier purchasing the construction of a tailored building.
If you are a property developer wishing to sell the units you have constructed, our team of solicitors can handle all of the essential conveyancing work for you.
Property Management Companies
We offer comprehensive legal support tailored to meet the unique needs and challenges faced in managing a property.
Our team of solicitors has in-depth knowledge and expertise in advising management companies across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. We understand the specific legal, regulatory, and operational issues that management companies face and provide tailored solutions to address them.
We can deal with company formation and governance, contractual agreements, compliance with statutory obligations, dispute resolution, debt recovery, service charge recovery, leasehold enfranchisement, and more. Our approach ensures that all legal needs of management companies can be met under one roof.
We assist management companies in establishing robust governance structures, including the formation, and functioning of directors’ boards, shareholders’ arrangements, and general meetings. We provide guidance on decision-making processes, director responsibilities, and shareholder rights to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.
We assist management companies in identifying potential legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate them. We can review contracts, leases, and other agreements, ensuring they are legally sound and protect the interests of the management company. Our goal is to minimise legal risks and safeguard the reputation and financial stability of our clients.
Meet our team
What Our Clients Say About us
Our clients cite our ability to meet their challenges, exchange information effectively with them and create relationships that help their business grow. Many see us as their trusted advisors and their confidence in us is why we develop long-lasting client relationships.
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