Relief from Forfeiture Solicitors
If your lease has been forfeited, or you are a landlord dealing with an application for relief, our expert solicitors will help you resolve matters swiftly and effectively.
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Clear guidance on relief from forfeiture
Forfeiture is one of the most significant remedies available to a landlord, allowing them to bring a lease to an end when a tenant is in breach of its terms. For tenants, this can mean the sudden loss of premises that are critical to their livelihood. However, in many cases tenants can apply to the court for relief from forfeiture, which, if granted, allows the lease to be reinstated.
At Slater Heelis, our Property Litigation team has extensive experience acting for both landlords and tenants in relief from forfeiture cases. We provide clear, strategic advice on your options and represent your interests robustly to achieve the best outcome, whether that means regaining possession or reinstating the lease.
Call us today on 0330 111 3131 or complete our online form to speak with a solicitor.
What is relief from forfeiture?
Relief from forfeiture is a legal remedy available to tenants after their lease has been terminated by a landlord. If granted by the court, the lease is effectively restored as though the forfeiture had not taken place, subject to the tenant remedying the breach (such as paying arrears) and covering the landlord’s reasonable costs.
This process is designed to strike a balance between landlords’ rights to enforce lease obligations and tenants’ interests in preserving valuable leasehold assets.
Types of relief from forfeiture disputes we handle
Our litigation solicitors regularly assist with:
- Tenant applications for relief following forfeiture for rent arrears
- Applications involving breach of covenants (such as alterations or use restrictions)
- Landlord opposition to relief applications where breaches are serious or ongoing
- Negotiating settlements to avoid lengthy court proceedings
- Advising on the timing, procedure, and costs involved in relief applications
How our commercial litigation solicitors can help
Relief from forfeiture is a technical area of law, with strict procedures and deadlines. Missing a deadline can mean losing the right to apply for relief altogether. We provide step-by-step guidance, including:
- Assessing whether relief from forfeiture is available in your circumstances
- Advising tenants on remedying breaches and complying with conditions of relief
- Representing landlords in opposing or negotiating terms of relief
- Drafting and filing the necessary court applications or responses
- Ensuring compliance with statutory procedures and case law requirements
Our focus is always on achieving a swift and commercially sensible resolution that protects your position.
Why choose Slater Heelis?
At Slater Heelis, we have a strong track record of advising both landlords and tenants in relief from forfeiture disputes. We understand the commercial realities at stake – whether it’s a tenant fighting to save a business-critical lease or a landlord seeking to enforce its rights effectively.
As a full-service law firm, we can also draw on expertise from our property litigation, commercial property, and corporate teams, ensuring you receive comprehensive advice where issues overlap.
Approachable, pragmatic, and commercially minded, we’re here to guide you through the relief from forfeiture process with clarity and confidence.
Contact our relief from forfeiture solicitors today for clear, practical advice tailored to your situation.
