Hill Dickinson LLP is renowned for its trial and injunctions expertise, and enjoys a strong reputation in rights of light and the mines and minerals sectors. The team demonstrates notable breadth, advising on landlord and tenant management, complex easements, and matters arising under the Building Safety Act. Practice head Kevin Lee, who splits his time between London and the North West, is highly regarded for his rights of light expertise. Helen Evans brings particular strength in trespasser injunction claims, while Ralph Bullivant focuses on contested lease renewals and high-value dilapidation claims.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is proactive, knowledgeable and responsive. They anticipate the needs of the client, explain complex issues clearly and always keep you updated.'
- ‘Kevin Lee, Helen Evans and their teams have many years of experience in property litigation and consistently give clear advice and practical guidance promptly.'
- ‘They are incredibly commercial and you truly feel they have your best interests at heart.'
- ‘Kevin Lee is one of the most personable litigators I have ever met.'
- ‘Kevin Lee is superb. A real fighter for his clients' interests, and very effective at advancing his clients' commercial interests in technical areas.
Key clients
- Dandara Homes
- UKOG
- London Clubs International
- First Title Insurance
- Countrywide Legal Indemnities
- Aviva Insurance
- Iceland Foods
- Co-Operative Group
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- Lancashire County Cricket Club
- National Car Parks Limited
- Downing Students
Work highlights
Acting for Transport for Manchester in relation to a multi-million-pound claim.
Acting for the owner of a mixed-use city centre development in relation to a multi-million-pound claim.
Acting for a developer of a city-centre hotel in relation to rights to light issues.
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Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Kevin Lee
Other key lawyers
Helen Evans; Ralph Bullivant; Thomas Broughton