5.2.2023
Japanese Knotweed: Knot in my backyard again!
Huge legal bill after selling home with Japanese knotweed Many will have read the recent case in which a furniture...
Read moreA Solicitor in the Property Litigation Department at Osbornes Law, James Mayall has experience of a wide range of property matters in both a residential and commercial context with a particular emphasis on
- Commercial Landlord/Tenant Disputes
- Residential Possession Actions
- Trespasser Claims
- Freeholder/Leaseholder Disputes
- Service Charge Disputes
- Contested Business Lease Renewals
James is known for providing clear and practical advice to clients in resolving property disputes. His recent work highlights include
- Representing a mortgagee in possession in High Court Proceedings regarding rectification of a mortgage deed and a declaration of a sham trust.
- Representing a developer in High Court and Court of Appeal Proceedings relating to repudiation/renunciation of Contract for non-commencement of building works.
- Representing a Freehold Developer in a “right to light” injunction claim by its Commercial Leaseholder.
In his spare time, James enjoys playing squash and tennis and socialising with Friends.
Shilpa really helped us take charge of the situation and helped resolve this property dispute. I would not hesitate to recommend her or the team to anyone in a similar situation.
On first meeting Shilpa I was sure that she understood immediately my requirements, and was sympathetic both to my financial restraints and my emotional state. She achieved everything I asked of her and proved to be invaluable, professional and efficient
At every step Shilpa alleviated any concerns and stresses we had. Always fast to respond, always professional and super knowledgeable.
Shilpa has helped us through some key property litigation matters (residential and commercial) since 2014 and has delivered on every occasion. One particular issue had kept us in a state of stress and tension for almost a decade and after getting in touch with Shilpa she was able to help us bring the matter to a peaceful and successful conclusion.
I received a call from Shilpa Mathuradas a couple of hours after filling the enquiry form for a callback. She actively listened to my party wall concerns responding with gentle professionalism, answering my concerns, letting me know what is and is not possible and when best to bring in a solicitor. All this within 10 minutes. Excellent.
"They are an outstanding firm to work with. They are consistently impressive in their work."
Excellent in every aspect.
If I had another reason to have to seek legal advice again, I wouldn’t hesitate to use Shilpa, and would recommend her to anybody who needed legal advice.
Shilpa was professional, realistic, and unflappable. Shilpa managed to persuade a reluctant witness to come forward to support my case. She obviously knows her subject very well.
I always had full confidence in Shilpa keeping my best interests at heart. I often didn’t understand the legal language, and she would follow this up with a phone call and patiently explain.
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