Commercial Property Solicitors In Bath & South West

Our expert commercial property solicitors advise on all aspects of this specialist area of law. We work with businesses, developers, landlords, investors, and property professionals to deliver practical legal advice that supports your commercial goals.

• Acquisitions and Disposals: We handle purchase and sale of freehold and leasehold property across commercial sectors. Our commercial conveyancing includes comprehensive due diligence, title investigations, and transaction management. Whether acquiring retail units or selling property portfolios, we manage property finance arrangements and secure funding for commercial real estate holdings efficiently.
• Commercial Leases: Drafting and negotiation of leases and associated documentation for commercial landlords and tenants. We handle new leases, lease renewals, rent reviews, and terminations across shops, offices, industrial units, leisure facilities, restaurants, and mixed-use developments. Expert advice on repair obligations, service charges, and break clauses.
• Property Development: We advise developers on commercial development projects from site acquisition through construction and disposal. Services include development agreements, building contracts, option agreements, joint ventures, and forward funding arrangements. Our experience spans retail developments, business parks, leisure complexes, and mixed-use schemes across England and Wales.
• Property Management and Landlord Services: Ongoing legal advice for commercial property portfolios including lease administration, service charge disputes, tenant default, forfeiture, and possession proceedings. We draft licences for alterations, assignments, and subletting, ensuring landlords retain control while meeting legal obligations across property management matters.
• Commercial Property Finance: We act for borrowers and lenders on property finance transactions including commercial mortgages, refinancing, and security arrangements. Services cover freehold and leasehold property, registered and unregistered titles, and complex security structures for property portfolios.
• Easements and Rights: Expert advice on easements and rights of way, restrictive covenants, boundary disputes, and access rights. Specialist knowledge resolves property matters arising during acquisitions or development projects effectively.
• Commercial Property Disputes: Our property litigation team handles commercial property disputes including lease disputes, dilapidations claims, service charge challenges, boundary disputes, and breach of contract. We resolve issues through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings protecting commercial interests.

Who our commercial property solicitors can help

Our Partner-led commercial property team works with a wide range of clients in Bath and the surrounding communities across different sectors and transaction types, including:

• Businesses: From SMEs acquiring their first commercial premises to established companies managing substantial property portfolios, we provide commercial conveyancing and ongoing property advice tailored to your business needs. We understand that property decisions impact your operations, cash flow, and growth plans.
• Developers: We advise property developers on site acquisitions, planning agreements, construction contracts, forward sales, and investment disposals. Our commercial awareness of development economics helps us negotiate agreements that support project viability.
• Investors: Property investment requires careful due diligence and strategic advice. We assist investors acquiring commercial real estate for rental income or capital growth, advising on portfolio strategy, tenant quality, lease structures, and exit planning.
• Landlords: Our commercial landlord and tenant expertise supports landlords managing retail, office, industrial, and leisure properties. We handle lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant disputes, and portfolio management matters.
• Sectors: Our experience spans retail units, offices, industrial premises, pubs and restaurants, leisure facilities, healthcare properties, and mixed-use developments. This sector knowledge ensures we understand the specific challenges and opportunities in your market.

Why choose our Specialist Commercial Property Solicitors near you?

• Specialist Expertise: Commercial property law is a complex area of law requiring specialist knowledge. Our real estate solicitors focus exclusively on property matters, ensuring you receive expert commercial property advice from professionals who understand the nuances of commercial transactions.
• Commercial Awareness: We don’t just handle the legal details, we understand the commercial realities of property investment, development, and management. Our advice considers your business objectives, financial constraints, and market conditions.
• Full-Service Capabilities: As a full-service law firm, we offer the full range of commercial property services under one roof. Whether you need commercial conveyancing, lease negotiation, property litigation, or property finance advice, our integrated team provides seamless support across all property matters.
• Comprehensive Due Diligence: Our thorough approach to due diligence protects you from unforeseen risks. We investigate title issues, planning constraints, environmental concerns, tenant quality, and lease obligations to ensure you make informed decisions about commercial property investments.
• National Reach, Local Service: While based in Bath and across the South West, we act for clients across the UK on commercial property transactions.
• Proactive Communication: Commercial property transactions require coordination between multiple parties, such as buyers, sellers, lenders, agents, surveyors, and contractors. We manage these relationships proactively, keeping your transaction moving forward and updating you regularly on progress.
• Client-Focused Approach: Our commercial property solicitors in Bath put client care at the heart of what we do. Our solicitors take time to understand your circumstances, explain options clearly, and deliver practical solutions that support your commercial goals.

Contact Our Commercial Property Solicitors Based In Bath

Our expert solicitors handle all aspects of commercial property law, from buying and selling premises to leases, development & strategic land agreements and more.

We have specialist commercial property lawyers in each of our offices, including Bath, who offer consultations online, over the phone, or in person.

Contact our commercial property solicitors in Bath on 01225 417111, Swindon (01793 384140), Chippenham (01249 478333), Devizes (01380 722311), Marlborough (01672 518620) and Royal Wootton Bassett (01793 853200).