Should I have a lease reviewed before I sign?

Yes. Reviewing the lease before signing allows risks to be identified and negotiated before you are committed.

Practice Area

Commercial & Retail Leasing

Commercial and retail leasing advice for landlords and tenants.

We advise landlords, tenants, incoming tenants and outgoing tenants from lease review and negotiation through to renewal, termination and disputes.

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Overview

We advise landlords, tenants, incoming tenants and outgoing tenants on commercial and retail leases, from review and negotiation through to renewals, termination and disputes.

Common Challenges

Problems we solve

Lease terms, rent and outgoings that are unclear before signing
Assignments and transfers tied to the sale of a business
Disagreements over make-good obligations or security deposits
Lease defaults and disputes during or after a tenancy

How We Help

Strategic legal support

Commercial and retail leases

Lease reviews

Lease negotiations

Assignments and transfers

Variations and renewals

Options to renew

Rent and outgoings

Security deposits and bank guarantees

Make-good obligations

Lease defaults

Termination

Disputes arising during or following a tenancy

Benefits

Why clients work with us

Solicitor-led oversight from commencement to completion

Clear advice without unnecessary legal jargon

Proactive identification and management of legal risk

Transparent communication on process and costs

Process

From issue to resolution

Initial consultation and review of your lease position

Assessment of rights, obligations and risks

Advice on options and negotiation strategy

Negotiation, documentation or dispute action

Completion and next-step guidance

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Commercial & Retail Leasing questions

Answers to common questions about commercial & retail leasing. For advice specific to your situation, start an enquiry below.

Yes. We advise landlords, tenants, incoming tenants and outgoing tenants on commercial and retail leases.

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