Edward Cooper > Howard Kennedy LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Howard Kennedy LLP
NO.1 LONDON BRIDGE
LONDON
SE1 9BG
England

Work Department

Real Estate Dispute Resolution

Position

Edward Cooper advises on a wide variety of contentious real estate matters at all levels of the court hierarchy. His aim is to provide clear strategic advice, founded on good commercial sense.
Edward’s clients have included large corporates and pension funds, together with wealthy individuals, whether based within the UK or internationally. He regularly advises on matters including:

  • Development advice, including neighbourly matters and rights to light
  • Business tenancy renewals
  • Lease enforcement, including rent arrears and forfeiture
  • Dilapidations claims
  • Rent review
  • Service charge disputes
  • Insolvency matters impacting real estate interests
  • Boundary disputes

Edward’s approach is to be clear and to the point, even when dealing with the most complex matters. He has recently acted on several major development matters, drawing in several fields of his expertise and requiring a sound strategic approach.

Edward has strong relationships with professionals across the real estate sector, and has spoken at seminars and major events including the annual RICS UK Building Surveying Conference.

Edward is recommended in Legal 500 and is also a member of the Property Litigation Association.

Lawyer Rankings

London > Real estate > Property litigation

With a strong track record in court and trial work, Howard Kennedy LLP‘s team acts across the full spectrum of real estate disputes. In addition to residential and commercial property management, the practice handles development matters surrounding fire strategy, rights of light and restrictive covenants. ‘Go-to solicitor’ Amanda McNeil leads the team with a particular focus on the retail, leisure and hospitality sectors. Edward Cooper is a key name to note, as is Stephen Scott who joined the team in November 2022 from CMS.