Landlord and Tenant

Landlord and Tenant

Malins Chambers provides expert advice and representation across the full spectrum of landlord and tenant law, acting for property owners, landlords, tenants, managing agents, developers, and corporate occupiers. Our barristers bring deep experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use property matters, offering practical solutions and strong advocacy in disputes of every scale.

Comprehensive Expertise Across Residential & Commercial Tenancies

We assist clients with a wide range of issues, including:

  • Possession proceedings (residential and commercial)

  • Lease renewals and terminations

  • Breach of covenant and forfeiture

  • Dilapidations and disrepair disputes

  • Rent arrears and service charge claims

  • Tenancy agreements and contractual issues

  • Business tenancy disputes under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

  • Unlawful eviction and harassment claims

  • Management and service charge disputes

  • Break clauses and surrender negotiations

  • Issues involving HMOs and regulated tenancies

We provide decisive, commercially minded advice to help clients protect their assets, manage risk, and resolve disputes swiftly.

Strategic, Commercially Focused Advice

Commercial landlord and tenant matters often involve time-sensitive decisions, financial implications, and long-term business strategy. We work closely with landlords, property companies, and commercial tenants to:

  • Structure leases and tenancy arrangements

  • Navigate complex break rights and rent review clauses

  • Resolve disputes without unnecessary litigation

  • Protect commercial interests in contested proceedings

Our approach is always grounded in practicality—delivering solutions that align with commercial realities.

Residential Tenancy Expertise

For residential clients, we provide clear, accessible advice in matters such as:

  • Possession under Section 21 and Section 8

  • Housing disrepair

  • Tenancy deposit disputes

  • Statutory and contractual rights

  • Claims involving unlawful eviction

We act for both landlords and tenants, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive understanding of the issues involved.

Dispute Resolution & Advocacy

Our barristers appear regularly before:

  • County Courts

  • The High Court

  • The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)

  • The Upper Tribunal

  • Appellate courts

We aim to resolve disputes through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution whenever possible, while providing strong, persuasive advocacy when litigation cannot be avoided.

International & Offshore Property Interests

Where tenancies involve offshore entities, international investors, or cross-border property interests, our chambers’ broader commercial and international law expertise ensures a seamless, coordinated approach.