Property litigation

Howes Percival LLP

Howes Percival LLP's property litigation group is 'responsive and geared to getting good commercial outcomes'. East Anglia is a significant hub for the firm-wide practice, which is led by the 'knowledgable, tenacious and committed 'Jamie Kidd in Norwich, and the 'responsive, practical and pragmatic' Simon Murphy in Cambridge. Kidd's team focuses on land and development issues for landed estates, housebuilders and large corporates. Murphy's team, in which director Leanne Davis is a key figure, has in-depth experience in landlord and tenant matters, and manages numerous property portfolios, as well as handling lease renewals and exits.

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Testimonials

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‘Jamie Kidd - very experienced property litigator. He has excellent judgement in managing complex property issues, including right to light cases.’
‘Simon Murphy is responsive, practical and pragmatic.’
‘The property litigation team at Howes Percival are quick to react to their client's needs and offer considered advice when faced with property challenges.’
‘Jamie Kidd briefly stepped in at short notice and maintained the same quality of legal service we had come to expect.’
‘Jamie Kidd is a very knowledgeable, tenacious and committed lawyer whom I would recommend to anyone needing a real estate litigator in this area. Responsive and geared to getting good commercial outcomes.’

Key clients

Greene King Plc
Cambridge University Endowment Fund
Davidson Homes
Ministry Of Defence
Cholmondeley Estate
Norwich Cathedral
C Brewer & Sons Limited
Lothbury
Hughes Electrical
Ely Cathedral
Celfone Trading Limited

Work highlights

Advised individuals and a developer in connection with a claim for overage with a value of £1.8m.
Advising on the methods to terminate a conditional land purchase agreement with a residential developer with a value of £11m.
Providing strategic advice in relation to a substantial development in London. Advice covering potential interference with rights of access and rights of light with a value of £20m.