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Strategic, pragmatic and creative solutions to contentious property disputes.
From commercial lease conflicts to land ownership and title issues, we work in a strategic and pragmatic way to find the best solutions to your specific problems, managing risk and cost at every stage.
We’re proactive and collaborative — partnering with your in-house teams and agents to resolve matters efficiently and effectively.
Our contentious property law clients encompass commercial landlords and tenants, local authorities, real estate investors, developers, agricultural landowners and high-net-worth private clients.
Whether you’re experiencing difficulties as a retailer occupying a space, a commercial portfolio holder, a public sector asset owning-authority, an agricultural landowner or a private individual navigating a complex property dispute — we’re here to help you achieve the best possible outcome.
Whatever your problem — and whatever stage you’re at — we can take control of your case. We always aim to avoid formal proceedings by advising strategically and pursuing Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Yet we’re fully equipped for any eventuality and if necessary, we’ll fight your corner every step of the way.
Our real estate team won Law Firm of the Year at the Insider Property Awards North West 2026, Legal Team of the Year at the EG Awards 2024 and Legal/Professional Team of the Year for commercial property at the Property Awards 2023. Our litigators are recognised as the Dispute Resolution Firm of the Year by The Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards 2026.
Talk to us by calling 0333 004 4488, emailing hello@brabners.com or completing our contact form below.
Our nationally-recognised team practises solely in property litigation. We don’t only offer deep expertise — we also bring commercial nous and energy. We’ll vigorously defend your interests in a pragmatic, commercially-focused way.
We emphasise proactive resolution and management of litigation risks. We can help you to identify issues before they occur and resolve disputes before they escalate.
We know that our clients value certainty. To minimise the necessity for court proceedings, we’re big proponents of Alternative Dispute Resolution — particularly mediations. Our extensive track record of success with ADR covers all types of cases, from high-value, multi-party disputes to hostile neighbour issues.
These negotiated solutions represent savings of time, cost and stress. However, we’re also highly skilled litigators with access to a carefully-curated network of the country’s finest barristers.
Informed by a deep understanding of each client’s unique case, we’re positioned to secure the best possible outcome while minimising any impact on business and personal relationships.
“Ross Shine, Helena Davies and Elspeth Christie have provided high quality, pragmatic and timely advice supporting us in the ongoing redevelopment of The Strand. [This] has added real value to the project, over and above their very competitive pricing.”
Senior Lawyer — Property, Planning and Highways, Sefton Council
“Brabners handles a consistent stream of complex and high-value real estate disputes, alongside asset management work for significant property portfolios. The team is regularly instructed by clients in the development, retail, and local authority sectors.”
The Legal 500 2026
“Brabners' 'first-rate’ property litigation practice is led by the ’incredibly knowledgeable’ Andrew Rogers and ‘vastly experienced’ Helena Davies, who... stands out due to her long-standing expertise in real estate disputes. The team’s expertise sees it acting on disputes for landlord and tenants, developers and local authorities.”
The Legal 500 2025
“Approachable and easy to talk to with fantastic technical ability and commercial realism. Helena Davies takes in a keen interest in our business and seeks to understand our commercial considerations that could inform a choice of approach.”
Client feedback, The Legal 500 2025
“Andrew Rogers is incredibly knowledgeable and clients trust his judgement. They have a great team. Sarah Hall and Jessica Crowther are standout stars.”
Client feedback, The Legal 500 2025
“Jeff Lewis is ‘a skilled mediator'. CEDR-accredited since 2000, he's also a member of the Sport Resolutions panel due to his extensive experience in sports disputes. He has additionally been appointed to the RICS-PLA mediation panel as a result of his property disputes experience. Lewis has conducted over 100 mediations to date.”
The Legal 500 2025
Our award-winning team contains experts who are among the best regarded in the country. It’s led by Andrew Rogers, a ‘Leading Partner’ in The Legal 500 who specialises solely in property litigation. Andrew acts for developers, local authorities, commercial landlords and commercial tenants. He has significant experience in the retail sector and niche expertise in litigation arising from business rates mitigation strategies.
Partner Helena Davies heads up our Manchester-based property litigation team and is also a ‘Leading Partner’ in The Legal 500. She advises on the full range of contentious law work on behalf of landlords, local authorities, developers and private clients, as well as occupiers across the retail sector (which aligns with her role as head of our retail team).
Andrew and Helena are supported by a talented team of legal directors, associates, solicitors and trainees — all of whom are members of the Property Litigation Association.
Anglo International Upholland Ltd v Wainwright
We secured a novel injunction against trespassers at our client’s site in Lancashire, with the court allowing service by QR code — a legal first. The judgment clarified service rules and interim relief for ‘persons unknown’ and received coverage in legal publications.
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Wirral Borough Council & Pyramids/Grange shopping centre
We act for Wirral Borough Council on the asset management of the Pyramids/Grange shopping centre in Birkenhead, advising on lease regears, break rights, arrears recovery and more. This work underpins Birkenhead’s regeneration strategy and builds on our longstanding relationship managing litigation and tenancy issues across the council’s wider estate.
T.I.G.C Ltd lease renewal dispute
We represent T.I.G.C Ltd in a complex lease renewal dispute with Liverpool City Council over a Victorian ‘glasshouse’, converted into a wedding venue for £14m by the landlord in 2009. Issues include unpaid arrears, major repair liabilities and a contested rent valuation approach based on turnover rather than market value. Mediation has taken place and litigation is ongoing. The dispute has generated significant press coverage.
Our housing team explore what developers need to know about boundary issues — from spotting problems early to resolving disputes — to keep projects moving and stay legally compliant.
There are key charity law requirements and property law considerations to be aware of before a charity purchases land. Our lawyers explore.
The UK Supreme Court's judgment in Brown v Ridley and Another has important implications for adverse possession claims — particularly in boundary disputes.
The High Court ruled in favour of Iya Patarkatsishvili and Yevhen Hunyak in their case against William Woodward-Fisher on claims of fraudulent misrepresentation concerning a severe moth infestation.
A recent case underscores the importance of exclusive possession in determining whether an agreement around property creates a lease or a licence.
Our property litigators consider the recent developments in newcomer injunctions and how that was dealt with in Upholland.
In Anglo International Upholland Ltd v Wainwright, the Judge allowed alternative methods of service to prevent trespassing by persons unknown.
Explore the landmark judgment which found that continuing to fly a drone over private property amounted to trespass with the legal team that secured the judgment.
Our real estate law team reflect on the themes of this year’s MIPIM — international real estate investment conference.
The Court of Appeal’s ruling in Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil CBC could impact future dispute resolution proceedings.
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