Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s established property litigation team provide specialist expertise in lease termination, breach of covenant, dilapidations, and rights of light claims. The team advises on substantial property portfolios, resolving disputes and delivering effective risk assessment strategies. Practice head David McGuirk is well-versed in the intricacies of complex rights of light disputes arising from property developments. Alex Wright has carved out niche expertise in securing injunctions and resolving disputes linked to protests and disruptive occupations. Carly Fishwick manages a broad range of commercial property disputes, including landlord and tenant matters. Elin Owen is also a key member of the practice.
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- ‘Eversheds Sutherland really go the extra mile to look after their clients' interests.’
- ‘Commercial awareness – advice based on solid legal reasoning but with an understanding of the impact on the business. The advice is always delivered in an appropriate format for the client, tailored in terms of background detail depending on the experience of the client.'
- ‘David McGuirk and Alex Wright – ability to distil complicated legal matters and come up with clear guidance and recommendations.’
- ‘Strong team, with excellent experience and strength in depth across the sphere of expertise. The team are highly knowledgeable and were able to integrate into the project team to provide clear and concise advice. Their approach was refreshing.'
- ‘Standout individuals: David McGuirk and Samantha Miller.’
- ‘A very well-resourced team which is brilliant at dealing with complicated landlord and tenant matters.’
- ‘Alex Wright – excellent; Carly Fishwick – efficient and very bright, very approachable and sensible.'
- 'Eversheds Sutherland’s Property Litigation team stands out for its exceptional depth of expertise, commercial awareness, and pragmatic approach to resolving complex property disputes.'
- 'The team is highly responsive, collaborative, and solution-focused. They are particularly strong in managing high-value, multi-party disputes and have demonstrated a consistent ability to de-escalate contentious matters while protecting client interests. Their communication is clear, timely, and tailored whether advising in-house legal teams or senior business stakeholders.'
- 'The individuals I’ve worked with at Eversheds Sutherland consistently demonstrate a rare combination of legal acumen, commercial insight, and emotional intelligence. What sets them apart is their ability to remain calm under pressure, communicate with clarity and confidence, and always keep the client’s strategic objectives front of mind.'
Key clients
- The Co-Operative Bank
- European Tyre Enterprise
- Shell
- The Emerson Group
- Four Seasons Health Care
- G4S
- DXC Technology
- INOVYN
- Tobermory S.À.R.L
- Barchester
- Manchester Airports Group
- Capital & Regional
- European Metal Recycling
Work highlights
Advised development group on the implementation of a cohesive asset management, relocation and lease re-gear strategy.
Acted on behalf of Shell in securing final injunctions against persons unknown.
Acted for the Mary Ward Legal Centre charity to defend a claim in negligence related to forfeiture proceedings.
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Practice head
David McGuirk
Other key lawyers
Alex Wright; Carly Fishwick; Elin Owen; Samantha Miller