Hugh Beeley
Commercial Property
Luton Office
Commercial Property
We know that commercial property is key for your business. We advise property owners, developers, investors, lenders and tenants and are uniquely placed to provide comprehensive, specialist advice on all your property related transactions.
With over 150 years of combined legal expertise, we can provide you with the right support and advice whether you are looking for help managing property portfolios, site acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant issues or property finance.
Talk to one of our friendly and experienced team on 01582 514000
Commercial Property Portfolio & Estate Management Site Acquisitions, Development & Disposals Property Finance & Secured Lending Business Lease Renewals Landlord & Tenant Enfranchisement & Lease Extensions Agricultural Holdings & Farm Business Tenancies Commercial Property & Telecoms Recovery of Rent Arrears & Enforcement View all services
We have amassed considerable knowledge and expertise and know-how to respond to the different challenges within the property sector. We know timing is key so we endeavour to ensure all transactions are completed to their timescales and will keep you fully appraised if these change.
By getting to the heart of your property matter, our commercial insight and pragmatic approach allows us to become an extension of your business, helping you achieve the right outcome.
Providing clear and accurate advice to owners, developers, investors, lenders and tenants
You are in safe hands. With over 100 years of combined legal expertise, we can provide you with the right support and advice whether you are looking for help managing property portfolios, site acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant issues or property finance.
We link in closely with our company commercial and dispute resolution teams to ensure that additional expertise is on hand if necessary and action can be taken swiftly to protect your position.
Don't take our word for itA reliable, fast, and efficient service. A very good team. Machins are always friendly and make you feel that your business is important to them.I have been dealing with Nick Ginger throughout my relationship with this firm. Nick at all times offers advice and assistance in a thorough and practical manner whatever and whenever the need arises. He is most approachable and understands we are human and not merely a client number. Nick is able to deal with issues from the mundane to the most complex with complete confidence at each step.I would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your exceptional service. I am most impressed with the fact that I can always get hold of you and if I have to leave a message to come back to me this always happens without delay.It is at times of dispute and important transactions having a good firm you can turn to is very important. You want them to not add to the stresses involved and that they have your best interests in mind. Communication has been swift, clear and efficient and I felt valued as a client.Machins deliver solid advice you can rely upon and are great value for money. The team provides an excellent blend of experience, insight and pragmatism.I have worked with Simeon and his team for several years. They have acted for us on several commercial property transactions including office leases and sales with speed and efficiency. When ad hoc issues have arisen e.g. tenant insolvency, rent concessions etc. their knowledge and pragmatic advice has proved invaluable. The team is contactable and very responsive. Prior to Machins we had worked with various firms large and small but had always been left unsatisfied with the service we received. We are very glad we found Simeon and Machins!
A reliable, fast, and efficient service. A very good team. Machins are always friendly and make you feel that your business is important to them.
I have been dealing with Nick Ginger throughout my relationship with this firm. Nick at all times offers advice and assistance in a thorough and practical manner whatever and whenever the need arises. He is most approachable and understands we are human and not merely a client number. Nick is able to deal with issues from the mundane to the most complex with complete confidence at each step.
I would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for your exceptional service. I am most impressed with the fact that I can always get hold of you and if I have to leave a message to come back to me this always happens without delay.
It is at times of dispute and important transactions having a good firm you can turn to is very important. You want them to not add to the stresses involved and that they have your best interests in mind. Communication has been swift, clear and efficient and I felt valued as a client.
Machins deliver solid advice you can rely upon and are great value for money. The team provides an excellent blend of experience, insight and pragmatism.
I have worked with Simeon and his team for several years. They have acted for us on several commercial property transactions including office leases and sales with speed and efficiency. When ad hoc issues have arisen e.g. tenant insolvency, rent concessions etc. their knowledge and pragmatic advice has proved invaluable. The team is contactable and very responsive. Prior to Machins we had worked with various firms large and small but had always been left unsatisfied with the service we received. We are very glad we found Simeon and Machins!
Our Commercial Property Team
Our Commercial Property law services
Commercial Property Portfolio & Estate Management
We understand that for our clients who utilise real estate as an investment or our clients who manage estates, legal assistance with your properties, need to be functional, practical, and cost-effective. Our team comprises of individuals with vast experience to assist our clients with the day to day management of their investments and estates.
Site Acquisitions, Development & Disposals
From site acquisitions, development or disposals our experienced team approach every transaction in an individualistic way, offering assistance and clarity in the most complex of deals.
Property Finance & Secured Lending
Gaining access to finance, whether it is for commercial property investment, acquisition, expansion, development or property portfolio diversification is often crucial.
Business Lease Renewals
Our experienced Commercial Property team and Dispute Resolution team work closely together to achieve the desired result of your renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. We understand that every renewal is different and often controlled by extenuating and external commercial factors.
Landlord & Tenant
Whether you are a landlord or tenant, leases and individual obligations as either can be daunting, confusing and unclear. Our specialist team have extensive experience in respect of leasehold titles, leases and the documents that compliment them.
Enfranchisement & Lease Extensions
We understand that the terms ‘enfranchisement’ and ‘lease extension’ can be daunting and often confusing to leasehold owners. Our aim to make the process of simple, hassle-free and as clear as possible to our clients.
Agricultural Holdings & Farm Business Tenancies
We have the expertise to be able to assist with both Agricultural Holdings and modernised Farm Business Tenancies. We have experience with both types of tenancy and the different obligations these agreements will place on your business.
Commercial Property & Telecoms
Do you have a telecommunications mast on your land, or on the roof of your building? Maybe you’ve been approached by a mobile phone operator about putting equipment on your land. Or maybe an operator has approached you asking you to enter into a wayleave agreement so that they can run broadband through your land?
Recovery of Rent Arrears & Enforcement
The landscape of commercial rent arrears has changed significantly over the past few years with the introduction of Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery or CRAR. We are able to guide you through the process and ensure that we achieve the best outcome possible. We also have experience in issuing forfeiture applications which can be a powerful
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