Commercial Property Legal Advice

Are you looking to buy or lease your first commercial property?  Do you need expert advice about transferring the ownership of a commercial building?  Perhaps you want to sub-let your business premises?  We can help.

Commercial Property Advice

Whether you are buying, selling or leasing a commercial property, getting the right legal advice is key to ensuring that you and your business are protected from any potential liabilities and are aware of any risks.

The expert commercial property solicitors at Backhouse Solicitors are here to help answer your questions and guide you through your transaction with the minimum of fuss.

Buying and selling a business property

Businesses evolve and change constantly, with the need for office, factory or warehouse space changing with market conditions, technology and changing working patterns. If you are looking to buy or sell a first commercial property for your business, trade-up to larger premises or adjust your property investment portfolio, the Backhouse team are here to help.

Visit our Buying Commercial Property page and our Selling Commercial Property page for more information.

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Commercial leases

Any business or landlord entering into a commercial lease needs to be sure that the correct legal process is followed and that they fully understand their commitment, risks and any potential liabilities at the end of the term.  Our commercial property team can help with preparing new leases, lease extensions and lease renewals.  We also provide advice on assignment, early surrender and variation of business leases, including licensing and sub-letting.

For more information, see our dedicated Commercial Leases page.

Transfer of Ownership

Transferring ownership of a commercial property to a limited company or pension scheme involves a legal process much the same as a purchase and sale at arms length.  This is true even if the previous owner transfers the property to their own company or pension scheme and especially when there is borrowing involved, so it is important that the correct legal process is followed.

Our team can assist with the transfer of both freehold and leasehold commercial properties to limited companies or pension schemes.

Financing and Re-financing

Mortgaging or Re-mortgaging your freehold or leasehold commercial property can be a complicated process and your lender will have a detailed set of requirements to satisfy.  Whether you want to raise a mortgage for the first time, lower your interest rate or release some equity from the property, we can help, ensuring you understand your obligations and making the process as straightforward as possible.

How can we help?

For more advice and information on any aspect of commercial property law, contact us today and speak to one of our expert solicitors.  Our team will be happy to arrange a free initial consultation to see how we can help you.

Tel:       01245 893400
Email:  info@backhouse-solicitors.co.uk
Visit:    17 Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JU
Or send us a message through the Contact Us page on this website.