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Real Estate Litigation

Ampersand is one of the leading sets for Real Estate Litigation. Our members are regularly instructed on behalf of property developers, institutional investors, banks, commercial landlords and tenants, local authorities, government bodies and others in relation to commercial property matters. The stable has a strong offering of both senior and junior counsel acting in the Supreme Court, the Court of Session, Sheriff Courts, the Lands Tribunal, the Scottish Land Court, and alternative dispute resolution fora.

Many of our members have top rankings from Chambers and Legal 500 in this area with particular dominance in commercial contract disputes, valuation and rating cases and construction. Recent successes include representation in cases on servitudes, contractual interpretation of development agreements, enforcement of notices, breach of lease, implementation of missives and dilapidations claims.  From interim orders to enforcement of judgement, the advocates at Ampersand are well-equipped to work with solicitors and direct access bodies to give the best available client service.  The emphasis is on combining commercial excellence and practical dispute advice based on a genuine understanding of the real estate market in Scotland.

What the Legal Directories say about Ampersand in Real Estate Litigation

Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2027

Real Estate Litigation (Band 2)

Ampersand Advocates is recognised as a leading set for real estate litigation in Scotland, with members regularly instructed in a broad range of property disputes, from commercial leases, title and servitude issues to development, conveyancing and professional negligence claims. The stable is particularly noted for its expertise at the intersection of commercial and property law and is instructed at every level of the court system, including the UK Supreme Court. Recent work includes Forthwell Limited v Pontegadea UK Ltd, a significant dispute concerning flood damage to a Glasgow-based restaurant, involving claims in excess of £2 million and an appeal before the Supreme Court. Clients praise the team’s experience in handling complex disputes, while the clerking team is commended for being “responsive”, “user-friendly” and proactive in its communication.

Rankings include Ross G. Anderson KC, Giles Reid, Mark Boni and Michael Way.

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Stable Testimonials

  • “The clerking team is really good. They’re responsive and good to deal with.”
  • “The clerking team is user-friendly and responsive.”
  • “The clerks are really good at dropping us a line and communicating with us.”