Lester Aldridge LLP’s property litigation team handles property disputes relating to telecoms and construction mandates, in addition to having niche expertise in the area of marine space. Kate Stewart leads the team, with significant experience in commercial landlord and tenant matters, including advising on all landlord and tenant management issues such as rent or service charge disputes, lease termination, and break disputes, as well as issues related to building safety. Rachel Gimson’s practice encompasses both land disputes such as rights of way, restrictive covenants, as well as development advice.
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‘I worked with Lester Aldridge in a large multi-party mediation. I found the firm was highly commercial and client-focused in its approach.'
‘Rachel Gimson stood out to me as having a trusted relationship with her client.’
‘The team works together to ensure that their response to you as a client covers aspects that one individual may not have in-depth knowledge so as to make the response relevant. The language used is always concise and clear. Follow-ups are done as a matter of course. Excellent service throughout.’
‘Clear in response to you, always approachable. Rebecca Stubbs and Rachel Gimson, amongst others, keep me informed on progress and where their advice is leading.’
‘Highly responsive service and a team who are always prepared to make time.’
Key clients
- Care South
- McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Ltd
- Big Yellow Self Storage Ltd
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Rebecca Stubbs
Practice head
Kate Stewart
Other key lawyers
Rachel Gimson; Rebecca Stubbs