- COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: PUB & LEISURE SECTOR
Your specialist legal partner for pub and leisure trade business
- COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: PUB & LEISURE SECTOR
Your specialist legal partner for pub and leisure trade business
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At KWW, we are more than just commercial property lawyers; we are specialist legal partners with expertise in the UK pub and leisure industry.
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with running a licensed premises, whether that’s creating the convivial ambience of a restaurant, the serenity of a boutique hotel, or the vibrancy of a local pub.
Our deep knowledge of the sector allows us to provide tailored, commercially-minded legal advice that helps your business thrive.
British Innkeeping Institute Member
We are proud to be a member of the British Innkeeping Institute (BII), an organisation at the heart of the licensed trade that champions professionalism and excellence. This membership underscores our commitment to the industry and ensures we are always at the forefront of the issues that matter most to you.
– OUR SERVICES
Navigating Your Pub's Legal Journey
Whether you are a seasoned publican, a multi-site operator, or embarking on your first venture, our specialist team provides expert legal guidance across all aspects of commercial property.
Acquisitions & Disposals
Buying or selling a pub: From initial offers to completion, we handle the entire process, including due diligence on licensing, planning, and title.
Asset or share purchases: Expert advice on structuring the acquisition of your business, ensuring a smooth and legally sound transfer of assets or company shares. We can also advise on commercial property bridging finance.
Lease negotiations: We draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, ensuring the terms protect your interests as a tenant or a landlord.
Lease renewals, extensions and terminations: Guiding you through the complexities of lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, and bringing commercial leases to an end, including serving and receiving s25,s26, s27 notices and claims for dilapidations.
Rent reviews: Advising on legal aspects of rent reviews to secure a fair and favourable outcome.
Assignment and subletting: Assistance with assigning your lease to a new tenant or granting a sub-lease, ensuring compliance with your lease terms.
Property Management & Disputes
Licensing: While not strictly property law, we work closely with specialist licensing solicitors to ensure a seamless service, particularly when transferring a premises licence or making changes to licensable activities.
Dilapidations: Advising on your obligations to repair the property and negotiating a settlement at the end of a tenancy.
Dispute resolution: Proactive and strategic advice to resolve disputes with landlords, tenants, or neighbouring properties, including issues relating to rights of way or restrictive covenants.
Employment law: General advice, contract drafting, TUPE and settlement agreements).
– WHY CHOOSE KWW?
Through our BII-accredited specialist Tariq Phillips, we provide pragmatic legal solutions that are focused on your business goals.
Tariq is an expert commercial property solicitor and author of ‘A Pub Tenant’s Guide to the Pubs Code Regulations 2016 and How to Save Thousands of Pounds on Your Pub Lease’. Tariq understands the nuances of the pub trade, from tied house agreements to Assets of Community Value.
Our membership with the British Innkeeping Institute demonstrates our credibility and our commitment to supporting the pub industry.
Ready to discuss your pub’s future? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
