United Kingdom: Real Estate and Construction

The Technology and Construction Court in RBH Building Contractors Ltd v James [2025] has provided clarity regarding the validity of pay less notices, the residential occupier exception in the Construction Act...

When disputes arise in the context of a construction project (which they commonly do) and the principal seeks recourse for damage and delays, a complex interplay can arise between claims between principal and contractor, and claims with insurers.

So far, 2025 has been a transformative year in the building safety regime in both England and Scotland and there are no signs of it slowing down as we enter the final quarter of the year.

Stamp Duty has recently hit the headlines, with Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner underpaying the tax on her recent property purchase, highlighting just how important it is to get the correct advice when buying property.

You'd think working in conveyancing would make moving house a breeze.

The Law Commission has launched a consultation on reforming chancel repair liability (CRL) – a historic, legal obligation that can leave residential or commercial property owners...

A House of Commons Committee Report "Government's vision for farming" published on Friday calls for an extended timetable to implement the changes to Agricultural Property Relief...

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Scott Battram to Partner in our Residential Property department.

As inheritance tax rule changes in April 2025 drive business owners to sell or restructure, buyers must navigate compressed timelines carefully. Key risks include insufficient due diligence, inadequate legal protections, valuation missteps, integration challenges, and tax/regulatory oversights. A methodical approach to these areas ensures the buyer maximizes value and mitigates risks in a dynamic market.

The current and previous governments have been increasing the transparency of property ownership during recent years, including the establishment...

So far, 2025 has been a transformative year in the building safety regime in both England and Scotland and there are no signs of it slowing down as we enter the final quarter of the year.

When I started out in my career as a solicitor, being interested in arcane corners of the law, I was recommended by a barrister friend to read the Law Commission's 1985 Report on Chancel Repair Liability...