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Commercial Property & Leases

Protecting Your Commercial Investments & Business Premises

Commercial property transactions and lease agreements carry high stakes and long-term financial commitments. In Scotland, commercial property law is strictly commercial and does not offer the same statutory protections as residential property law. At Corrigall Black, we provide robust, practical legal advice to business owners, landlords, tenants, and investors to ensure their commercial interests are fully protected.

Whether you are an established business relocating to larger premises, a startup signing your very first high street lease, or a commercial landlord managing a property portfolio in Argyll, our team delivers the clear, commercial focus you need to move forward with confidence.

How We Can Help You

Our Commercial Property Services

We look after all aspects of commercial property transactions across Dunoon, Argyll, and Central Scotland, including:

Commercial Acquisitions & Sales: Handling the purchase or sale of retail shops, offices, industrial units, and licensed premises.
Drafting & Negotiating Leases: Creating robust lease agreements for landlords, or reviewing and negotiating lease terms on behalf of tenants.
Rent Review & Lease Variations: Advising on rent review clauses, lease extensions, and formal amendments to existing commercial agreements.
Assignation & Subletting: Guiding businesses through the legal process of transferring an existing lease or subletting a property to another party.
Dilapidations & Lease Exit: Advising on legal obligations regarding property repairs and maintenance at the end of a commercial tenancy.

Our Process

Commercial Assessment

We review your business objectives and analyze the property or lease documents to identify any hidden liabilities.

Strict Negotiation

We firmly negotiate key terms—such as rent review intervals, break options, repair obligations, and personal guarantees—to your advantage.

Title & Planning Verifications

For property purchases, we thoroughly check the title deeds, search public planning records, and ensure correct access rights are in place.

Streamlined Conveyancing

We handle the complex Scottish commercial conveyancing process smoothly to avoid costly delays to your business timeline.

Registration & Compliance

We manage the formal execution of documents, calculate any Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), and register deeds with the Registers of Scotland.

Secure Your Business Foundation Today

Entering into a commercial property agreement without expert legal advice can expose your business to unexpected, costly liabilities down the line. Contact our Dunoon office today to discuss your commercial property needs or upcoming lease negotiations in confidence.