Most people likely understand the risks of trying to rely on an oral agreement to vary the terms of a commercial lease. Nonetheless, parties often get into disputes over whether there was an oral agreement that varied the...more
This article looks at the impact and timing of the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022, the first concrete step in the government's wider residential leasehold reforms. What? The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent)...more
The COVID-19 pandemic has made many companies reconsider their use of space, and left others unsure of future space plans. Some have turned to subleasing space, to avoid making any long term plans in uncertain times....more
Even though the increase in vaccinations and other public health initiatives have resulted in a dramatic reduction in new COVID-19 cases hinting at a possible “return to normal,” recent industry publications are starting to...more
COVID-19 continues to keep employees working from home and many companies have had to conduct layoffs, significantly reducing workforces. As a result, large portions of office and retail space remain empty....more
As businesses adjust to the complications presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, landlords and tenants must now take even greater care when entering into leases. Tenants may demand greater flexibility in leases should a public...more