We know from experience that timing is everything in retail. Whether new deals or refits, we work hard to ensure stores are handed over to fit-out contractors and then opened on time.

Preparation and forward planning are key.

That’s why we assist clients and their agents at the draft heads of terms stage to pre-empt the sort of problems that can arise once negotiation of contracts begins.

We visit each and every unit at an early stage to better understand the unique characteristics of each high street site, shopping centre or retail development.

We start by determining any planning and title issues and address these with the relevant parties.

We ask all the important questions upfront to ensure there are no delays, and we drive deals forward to completion. Thereafter, we are with you throughout the entire length of the lease - to advise, interpret and to help ease communication between landlord and tenant.

What we do

We advise on all aspects of the property requirements of retail operators, including:

• Agreements for lease
• Leases
• Turnover rent arrangements
• User and planning issues
• Licences for works
• Guarantees
• Dilapidations issues

Who we work with

Our team is currently active for major operators such as:

• Greggs plc
• ROX (UK) Limited
• Kiko Milano
• Tiso
• Indigo Sun