Lease Drafting Solicitors

Lease Drafting Solicitors for Commercial Property

A well-drafted lease isn’t just a formality. It’s the legal backbone of your property arrangement. Whether you’re a landlord protecting your investment or a tenant securing your premises, the wording of your lease matters.

At Jamieson Law, we specialise in lease drafting under Scots law. We also advise on leases governed by English law, helping you understand and negotiate terms, even though we do not draft English leases ourselves. What we do provide is clear, practical legal support to ensure your lease works for your business, not against it.

Why Lease Drafting Matters

Lease agreements often shape how your business operates on a day-to-day basis. Vague or outdated wording can leave room for disputes, unexpected costs, or restrictions you hadn’t anticipated.

We help ensure:

  • Terms are legally sound and reflect your actual agreement

  • Responsibilities are communicated clearly.

  • Risks are minimised from the outset.

You need to do more than complete a template. You need a legal partner who understands what matters to your business and can protect it. 

Bespoke Lease Drafting Services

Every lease we draft is tailored to fit your business needs.  From length of term and break clauses to service charges and fit-out rights, we help you get it right the first time.

We draft in plain English, keeping things enforceable but understandable. This avoids confusion and saves you time and stress in the long run. If you’re starting with a Heads of Terms, we’ll use that to guide your final lease.

Our team advises on:

  • Rent reviews and escalation clauses

  • Maintenance and repair obligations

  • Assignment and subletting terms

  • Permitted use of the premises

  • Dispute resolution mechanisms

We make sure you know exactly what you’re signing.

Who We Help

  • Landlords who are looking to protect their property, income, and tenant relationships.

  • Tenants who want clarity and fairness without being tied into unfavourable terms

  • Business owners who are investing in new premises or expanding their property portfolios.

Whether it’s your first lease or one of many, we’ll tailor our approach to suit your needs.

What’s Included

Our lease drafting service covers everything from initial review of proposed terms to delivering a final lease agreement ready for signature. We also:

  • Offer advice during negotiation

  • Coordinate with other parties’ solicitors.

  • Assist with lease extensions and renewal options.

  • Help with variations or addenda to reflect business changes.

If you also need help managing your lease in the long term, our lease management support is here for you.

Why Choose Jamieson Law

We’re more than just legal support. We’re commercial partners who understand the pressures of running a business. That’s why our advice is clear, grounded, and tailored to your goals.

If you’re reviewing terms, negotiating a new deal or need advice on what’s enforceable, we’re here to help. And if you’re also looking at lease negotiations, we’ve got you covered there, too.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What should be included in a lease agreement?
Key terms like rent, duration, responsibilities, permitted use, break clauses, and dispute resolution should all be clearly defined. Confused? Don’t worry. We can help. 

Q2: Can you help with leases under both Scots and English law?
Yes. We draft leases under Scots law and advise on English law.

Q3: How long does it take to draft a lease?
We can typically draft a lease in a matter of weeks. The specific answer will depend on factors including complexity, negotiations, and readiness of the Heads of Terms.

Q4: Do I need a solicitor to draft a commercial lease?
Yes. It’s strongly advised. A solicitor’s legal expertise protects your interests and reduces the risk of costly errors.  

Q5: What if my lease needs updating or renegotiation?
We can also assist with lease changes and renewals. We can review, renegotiate, and prepare amendments to reflect business changes or resolve outstanding issues.

From our clients
“We used Jamison Law to help get our office lease sorted, this typically takes ages but Lynne was able to turn this around in just two weeks. The team and JL are not only good at what they do they're fast and lovely to deal with!”

Commercial Law

Our experienced team is here to provide expert guidance and support across a wide range of Commercial legal matters.

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding your service or diversifying your product offer, we’ll draft your contracts to ensure they fairly reflect your business, protect your interests and make sure you’re commercially geared up for what’s next. 

Commercial opportunities present growth and scalability and if handled well, provide secure legal footings for your business. Negotiating contracts can be complex and overwhelming which is where the Jamieson Law team come in - the legal partner in your corner.

If you’re taking out a lease on a commercial property, renegotiating terms or need advice to terminate your lease, our commercial lease experts are on hand to guide youUnderstanding the nuances of both English and Scots law, Jamieson Law are on hand every step of the way.