Notable for its work in the energy sector, the team at Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP handles a wide range of property litigation matters for public and private sector clients. Practice head James Rees specialises in commercial property litigation, with expertise in matters including dilapidations, service charges and contested rating appeals. Sasha Hinton is another key team member, handling dispute resolution involving all aspects of property management and general commercial property disputes, particularly those involving landlords and tenants.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We have been working with Womble Bond Dickinson for many years. They are a great team who are very knowledgeable. They are approachable and get back to our inquiries in a timely manner. Their knowledge of social housing law is excellent. Therefore, I would be happy to recommend them to others.’
- ‘People are good, and responsive. WBD set up a portal which works well with our operations team.’
- 'Friendly, hardworking and easy to deal with.'
- 'Very knowledgeable and always available to provide assistance and guidance when needed.'
- ‘James Rees is a very experienced and knowledgeable solicitor.’
- ‘Very strong property litigation team with a lot of experience in infrastructure-related disputes.’
- 'WBD has a strong reputation in property litigation in relation to all sectors, retail in particular. The prop lit team also has an increasingly prestigious profile, representing government departments in commercial property disputes.'
- Jade Stokes deserves special mention; she is easy to work with and has an eye for detail.
Key clients
- Ministry of Justice (Estates Directorate)
- NHS Property Services Limited
- National Grid
- New Look Retailers Limited
- River Island Clothing Co. Limited
- Npower / E.ON
- RO Group
- Majestic Wines
Work highlights
Advised the Automobile Association Services Limited (the AA) in support of the recently concluded agreement to surrender the lease of its Head Office at Fanum House, Basingstoke, to its landlord, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
Advised Cornwall Housing Ltd, a social housing provider, on obtaining a possession order against a tenant who alleged discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.
Advised Cornwall Housing Ltd, a social housing provider, on obtaining an anti-social behaviour injunction against a tenant who was using threatening behaviour.
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.
Vicki Young
Sasha Hinton
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Thomas Holdaway
Practice head
James Rees
Other key lawyers
Sasha Hinton; Vicki Young; Thomas Holdaway