Legal Clarity and Confidence for Every Stage of Your Property Deal​

 

At J.V. Geary Solicitors, we provide expert legal support for all types of commercial property transactions. Whether you are an individual investor, business owner, or property developer, our experienced solicitors will guide you through each step with confidence, care, and commercial awareness.

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Commercial property deals often involve complex legal considerations — from title and planning issues to environmental compliance and tenancy law. We work meticulously to protect your interests, manage risk, and ensure your transaction proceeds as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

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Buying and Selling Commercial Property

We advise clients on the purchase and sale of all types of commercial real estate, including:

• Offices and Office Buildings

• Retail Units and Shopping Premises

• Warehouses and Industrial Facilities

• Development Sites and Land

 

Our services cover the entire process — from contract drafting and title investigation to planning compliance, finance coordination, and final completion. We ensure you understand each step, flag potential issues early, and resolve them before they become obstacles.

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We tailor our advice to your goals, whether you're making a strategic investment or selling a commercial asset. With our team by your side, you’ll proceed with full visibility, legal confidence, and minimal stress.

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Commercial Leases (Landlord & Tenant)

We act for both landlords and tenants in all aspects of commercial leasing, including:

• Lease Drafting & Negotiation
  Clear, tailored lease terms for office, retail, and industrial premises — with key provisions on rent, break clauses, repairs, use, and more.

• Lease Review & Advisory
  Due diligence on existing leases to identify risks, hidden costs, or restrictions before you sign or take over obligations.

• Assignments, Renewals & Variations
  Support with lease transfers, right-to-renew applications, and amendments to lease terms as your needs evolve.

• Sale & Leaseback Transactions
  Structuring transactions where owners sell a property and lease it back to free capital while retaining occupancy.

• Disputes & Day-to-Day Issues
  Advice on service charge disagreements, maintenance obligations, rent reviews, or lease breaches. Where needed, we work closely with our dispute resolution team to achieve a fast and fair resolution.

 

Our aim is always to secure favourable terms for your business — with leases that are clear, enforceable, and aligned with your long-term goals.

 

Site Acquisitions & Development

For clients acquiring land for development, we offer end-to-end legal support, including:

• Planning and Zoning Advice
  Analysis of planning status, permissions, zoning restrictions, and development potential.

• Development Contracts
  Drafting and negotiation of option agreements, conditional sale contracts, joint ventures, forward sales, and building licences.

• Due Diligence
  Rigorous checks on title, boundaries, access, utilities, and third-party rights. We work to resolve restrictions before contracts are signed.

• Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
  Identification of contamination risks, regulatory obligations, and building control issues. We review reports and liaise with external consultants as needed.

• Disposal of Completed Units
  Preparation of sale contracts and legal packs, set-up of management companies, and handling multiple unit closings efficiently.

 

We work closely with your design, planning, and engineering team to keep your development on schedule and legally secure.

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Due Diligence, Title Review & Legal Compliance

We provide detailed and proactive legal investigations on every property transaction. Our title reviews include:

• Verifying ownership, access, and good marketable title

• Identifying charges, easements, restrictive covenants, or encumbrances

• Reviewing planning history and building compliance documentation

• Confirming rights of way and service connections

• Flagging and resolving boundary discrepancies or unregistered interests

• Reviewing tenancy agreements and tenant rights (if property is occupied)

 

We investigate every relevant document and issue so that you are fully informed — and protected — before signing contracts or completing a transaction.

 

Resolving Property Disputes

When problems arise, we act swiftly and strategically. We advise on:

• Commercial Lease Disputes
  Including non-payment, breach of lease terms, rent reviews, and unlawful terminations.

• Contract Disputes
  Disagreements over deposits, failed closings, or misrepresentation in sale contracts.

• Boundary & Title Disputes
  Issues such as disputed rights of way, encroachments, or previously undisclosed title defects.

• Development & Planning Conflicts
  Objections, planning refusals, or enforcement challenges from local authorities or third parties.

• Other Property-Related Claims
  Including nuisance, trespass, or professional negligence by property advisors.

 

Our first approach is always solution-focused. We explore negotiation or mediation where possible and take legal action when necessary — always keeping your best commercial outcome at the centre of our strategy.

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Why Choose J.V. Geary Solicitors

• Extensive experience in commercial property across all sectors

• Meticulous due diligence and title review

• Commercial awareness paired with legal precision

• A responsive, practical approach to every transaction

• Strong track record in dispute resolution and litigation

 

Contact Us Today

Whether you are buying, selling, leasing, or developing commercial property, we are here to support you. Contact J.V. Geary Solicitors to arrange a consultation and let us help you manage your transaction with confidence, clarity, and peace of mind.