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Law Firm Evicting Squatters From Commercial Property
Christopher Bartlett is a commercial property solicitor. His experience of commercial property means he knows how to repossess properties quickly and understands the pressures faced by commercial property landlords.
Is It A Criminal Offence For Squatters To Enter A Commercial Property?
No. Since the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act (LASPO) came into full force on September 1st 2012, residential squatting has become a criminal offence, meaning that squatters may be arrested and punished by a substantial fine and / or prison sentence. The new law does not however apply to commercial properties, meaning that squatting at such premises remains a civil offence. Does a landlord need to obtain a court order to evict squatters from commercial property? Yes, and this has created a clear incentive for squatters to seek out commercial properties in preference to the risk of getting arrested for occupying a residential property.
Recent Customer Review (24 June 2020): 'My commercial lease has been very difficult on the landlords side of things and James has dealt with every last detail efficiently and professionally...' Read more >
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Why Choose Bartletts Solicitors?
Solid Traditional Values Delivered
In A Modern Convenient Manner
Our firm has years of experience in commercial property matters across England and Wales.
Benefit from competitive fixed fees, a free no obligation quotation and no hidden costs.
Our solicitors are very experienced having worked at the firm for an average of 18 years.
Customer service is very important to us. John Bartlett has been managing the firm for over 40 years and takes customer satisfaction very seriously.
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James also has experience in buying and selling commercial property. He is friendly and very approachable. James works with Christopher Bartlett, who is an experienced commercial property solicitor working on large development projects.
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Commercial Lease Information:
- Commercial Lease Services For Small Businesses
- Why Legal Advice Is Important When Taking On A Business Lease
- Negotiating Commercial Lease Terms
- How To Negotiate A Rent Free Period
- The Risks Of Being A Guarantor On A Commercial Lease
- How Can A Tenant Exit A Commercial Property Lease?
- Stamp Duty On Commercial Property Leases
- Commercial Property Conveyancing
- Is It Possible To End A Commercial Lease Early?
- Evicting Squatters From Commercial Property
- Commercial Property Solicitors: How We Can Help
Commercial Lease Types:
- Office Leases | Surgery Leases | Restaurant Leases
- Hair Salon Leases | Clothes Shop Leases | Newsagent Leases
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