Ground Rent Claim Solicitors
If you are facing unexpected ground rent demands, or need to recover unpaid rent as a landlord or freeholder, our property dispute solicitors can help you resolve matters swiftly and effectively.
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Ground rent is a regular payment made by a leaseholder to the freeholder under the terms of a lease. While traditionally modest, some leases contain escalating or excessive ground rent clauses that can cause financial strain and make properties harder to sell or remortgage.
In recent years, ground rent claims have become increasingly common – with both leaseholders challenging unreasonable demands and freeholders seeking to recover arrears.
At Slater Heelis, our property dispute team, led by Daniel Stern, has extensive experience advising both leaseholders and landlords on ground rent issues. The team is highly commended on ReviewSolicitors and they consistently rank in the higher tiers of the independently researched Legal 500. We’ll ensure your rights are protected and work with determination to achieve a fair and practical outcome.
If you are facing a ground rent dispute, contact us today on 0330 111 3131 or use our online form.
What are ground rent claims?
Ground rent is set out in your lease agreement. Issues typically arise when:
- The freeholder demands arrears for many years of unpaid rent
- The lease includes doubling or escalating ground rent clauses
- Leaseholders dispute the validity or fairness of ground rent demands
- Mortgage lenders refuse to lend on a property due to onerous ground rent terms
- Freeholders seek enforcement action against leaseholders in arrears
Ground rent disputes can have serious implications for property ownership and finance, making early legal advice essential.
Ground rent issues we can help with
Our solicitors advise on all types of ground rent disputes, including:
- Defending leaseholders against historic or inflated ground rent claims
- Challenging unfair or unlawful ground rent terms
- Recovering unpaid ground rent on behalf of freeholders and landlords
- Advising on recent reforms and changes under the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
- Resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation or tribunal proceedings
We’ll provide straightforward advice on your rights and options, helping you achieve a resolution that protects your position.
How our property dispute solicitors can help
Ground rent disputes require a detailed understanding of leasehold law and the latest legal reforms. We’ll carefully review your lease, assess the validity of any claims, and advise on the best course of action.
We can:
- Analyse your lease and explain your rights clearly
- Challenge invalid or excessive demands
- Assist freeholders with lawful recovery of arrears
- Represent you in tribunal or court proceedings if necessary
- Work towards fast, cost-effective resolutions to avoid protracted disputes
Our approach is pragmatic and solutions-focused, always aiming to minimise stress and disruption.
Why choose Slater Heelis?
As one of the leading property dispute teams in the North West, we have the knowledge and experience to resolve complex ground rent issues.
We understand the financial and emotional impact ground rent claims can have, and we’ll provide clear, decisive advice tailored to your situation.
You’ll benefit from:
- Decades of experience in leasehold and property disputes
- Specialist advice on the latest ground rent legislation and reforms
- Strong negotiation skills backed by tribunal and court expertise
- A full-service law firm able to support with lease extensions, enfranchisement and wider property matters
