Claire James

Claire advises landlords and tenants on a wide range of property disputes. Recognised as “excellent” by Legal 500, she has strong experience in matters under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, lease covenant breaches (particularly rent and repair), break options and development-related constraints.

Her expertise covers restrictive covenants, rights to light, rights of pre-emption and overage, and she regularly represents clients in mediation, expert determination and court proceedings.

Claire is particularly known for her strength in contractual interpretation and for developing and delivering vacant possession strategies. She supports landlord clients on regeneration and redevelopment projects, using both public and private law mechanisms to achieve commercially effective outcomes.