Retail is a dynamic and challenging sector, and whether you’re a retailer, landlord, or developer, you need tailored support to navigate its unique demands. We work with national and international retailers, manage shopping centers and logistics hubs for landlords, and support developers, local authorities, and joint ventures in creating and leasing retail, leisure, and mixed-use properties.

Our team understands the specific challenges you face, from managing risk to handling complex regulatory requirements. We offer practical, responsive advice across a range of areas, including insolvency, CVAs, property litigation, employment and immigration, property finance, and regulatory guidance.

Whether you're buying, selling, leasing, or funding properties, our expertise covers every aspect of the retail, leisure, and mixed-use property lifecycle in Scotland, England, and Wales. We also provide counsel on company structure, employment, management, franchise agreements, operational issues, and dispute resolution.

With our experienced team by your side, you can confidently address today’s challenges and focus on building a successful future in retail. Reach out to learn more about how we can support your goals.

Some of our recent client activities include:

• Reviewing UK portfolio of properties for international retailer and reporting on all lease obligations.
• Advising acquirers of commercial premises on terms of retail leases in developments.
• Advising commercial property owners on development of mixed-use properties including retail elements.
• Advising client on high value complex commercial property dispute along with litigation partners in England.
• Assisting company on the negotiation of private equity investment in retail and mixed-use assets.
• Advising UK national retailer on retail estate and new units across hundreds of sites in England, Wales and Scotland.
• Advising international retailer on whole portfolio of UK properties and entering into 15 new sites in 2024.

Our team is currently active for major operators such as:

• Gregg’s plc
• Rox
• Kiko Milano
• Tiso
• Indigo Sun
• Sovereign Grooming