Wide range of Commercial Property and Development work including Town and Country Planning and associated Construction matters.

Solicitor and specialising in Commercial Property, Town and Country Planning and associated disciplines. Qualified as a solicitor in 1981 and has been a Partner of Colemans for over 30 years. Mike has been with Colemans for approximately 35 years, most of which has been as a partner, and he is a driving force within the firm. He advises clients on Town and Country Planning agreements, appeals and related issues, commercial property and property development work, including related construction law. He also has extensive experience in dealing with business leases for both Landlords and Tenants. He advises many property specialists and other professionals providing clear guidance and tactical advice on a range of property related matters. Recent transactions have seen Mike act for Tenants taking a new design and build 75,000 square feet business unit and the restructuring of numerous leases, including extensive advice on break clauses and related complications.Completed sale of local Hotel for 60+ aged persons units following conditional contract, secured planning permission for redevelopment of offices at Marlow Road and secured sale with overage.Mike has advised on numerous sales and purchases of businesses whether assets only, going concerns or shares including hotels, automotive industries, supermarkets, public houses, property companies, construction and related businesses any many more.Having previously been Managing Partner of the practice for 12 years he therefore understands the needs and problems faced by businesses. Mike gives focused advice, with the emphasis on providing cost effective solutions to problems and securing the best deals for his clients.Mike is a keen follower of rugby having previously played for Ormskirk, Newcastle University, English Universities, the UAU, English Students, Preston Grasshoppers, Wakefield and Maidenhead. He is also a keen skier which Mike regards as the best substitute for playing rugby.