Business & Commercial Services
At Trent Law Solicitors, our team of experienced business and commercial solicitors provide practical and decisive advice for companies of all sizes — from small start-ups and family-run shops to large corporations in industries such as care, transport, and manufacturing.
A commercial lease is usually drafted for the landlord, and the terms that matter most are easily missed. The length of the term and any break clauses determine how long you are committed and on what conditions you can leave. Repair obligations deserve particular care: a full repairing and insuring lease can make you responsible for the state of the whole building, which is why we often negotiate a schedule of condition to limit your liability to how the premises stand today. Rent review provisions decide how and when the rent can rise, and the alienation clauses control whether you can assign the lease or underlet if your plans change. Finally, whether the lease sits inside or outside the security of tenure provisions of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 determines your right to renew when the term ends. We negotiate each of these points for you, whichever side of the lease you are on, and report clearly before you commit.
How We Can Help Your Business
New Lease
Taking on a new lease is a major step for any business. Whether you are opening a hot food takeaway, leasing a retail shop, or securing a large commercial or industrial unit, our solicitors will guide you through the entire process. We ensure the terms are fair, the obligations clear, and your business interests fully protected.
Surrender of Lease
Sometimes a lease no longer suits your business needs. We help clients negotiate and complete a formal surrender, minimising risk and resolving liabilities. Whether voluntary or by landlord agreement, we protect your interests throughout the exit.
Agreement for Lease
Where a lease is to be granted at a future date, once works are finished, planning is secured or other conditions are met, an agreement for lease commits parties in the meantime. We draft and negotiate these agreements for landlords and tenants, making sure the conditions, longstop dates and obligations protect your position before the lease itself is granted.
Share Purchase Agreements
For the sale or purchase of a company or business itself, see our Business Sales & Acquisitions page.
Assignment of Lease
If you are selling your business or transferring your lease to a new tenant, our team can prepare and negotiate the assignment documentation. We ensure the transition is smooth, that landlord consent is obtained where necessary, and that you remain protected from ongoing liabilities.
Rent Deposit Deeds
We draft and advise on rent deposit deeds to safeguard both landlords and tenants, setting out how much is held, what it may be used for, when it must be topped up, and when it is returned.
Licence to Alter
Tenants wanting to fit out or alter their premises usually need the landlord's written consent. A licence to alter records what works are permitted, on what conditions, and what must be reinstated when the lease ends. We prepare and negotiate these licences for both landlords and tenants, protecting the building for one and the investment in the works for the other.
Sale & Purchase Agreements
or the sale or purchase of a company or business itself, see our Business Sales & Acquisitions page.
Underlease
Creating an underlease (sublease) allows you to let out part or all of your property to another party. Our solicitors draft clear underlease agreements that protect your position as tenant while meeting landlord requirements. This is particularly useful for businesses wishing to maximise space and rental income.
Sale & Purchase Agreements
Buying or selling a business can be complex. We provide clear advice on Sale & Purchase Agreements, whether for small independent shops or larger companies. Our solicitors manage negotiations, due diligence, and completion, ensuring your transaction is legally sound and commercially viable.
Licence to Assign
Most commercial leases require the landlord's formal consent before a tenant can pass the lease to someone else. We act for landlords granting consent and for tenants and buyers who need it, preparing the licence to assign, advising on any guarantees required from the outgoing tenant, and making sure the assignment completes cleanly.
Transfer of Shares
or the sale or purchase of a company or business itself, see our Business Sales & Acquisitions page.
Fixed Fees and Transparent Costs
At Trent Law (Solicitors), we believe in making our services as accessible as possible. That’s why we offer fixed fees for most business and commercial matters, covering everything from start to finish — including appointments, consultations, and telephone calls.​
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Why Businesses Choose Trent Law Solicitors
Experienced team with over 30 years in commercial law
Clear advice with no jargon and transparent pricing
Expertise across retail, industrial, corporate, and professional sectors
A reputation for efficiency, professionalism, and excellent client service
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