by bawilliams | Jul 30, 2025 | Property Law
The Court of Appeal (CoA) has handed down a pivotal judgement clarifying the retrospective application of the leaseholder protections afforded by the Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022, particularly concerning the recovery of service charges for historic building safety...
by bawilliams | Jul 23, 2025 | Property Law
The High Court recently examined an application concerning the possession and sale of a jointly owned property. This scenario arose from a case where one of the owners had been declared bankrupt due to unpaid council tax debts. Background: This case concerns an...
by bawilliams | Jul 16, 2025 | Property Law
The High Court has recently provided significant clarity on the enduring enforceability of restrictive covenants, particularly those created when a covenantee holds only an equitable interest in the benefited land. Background: This case revolves around the...
by bawilliams | Jul 9, 2025 | Property Law
In an unusual case highlighting the intricacies of English land law, the High Court was asked to rule on a vesting order. Background: Robert and Nichola Lulham, husband and wife, and their company, Matchmount Ltd., engaged in a series of transactions to acquire...
by bawilliams | Jul 2, 2025 | Property Law
The High Court heard a case highlighting the complex interplay between property law principles, contract law, and the powerful reach of Part 5 of the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002 when acquired assets are linked to criminal conduct. Background: At its heart, the...
