Hamish Smith

Partner @Bate & Albon Solicitors

I have extensive experience in all aspects of non-contentious property work and have been involved in a wide and varied range of commercial property transactions acting for landlords, tenants, sellers, buyers, developers, lenders and borrowers alike. My specialisms include: • Buying and selling commercial premises• Granting, renewing and transferring leases• Preparing and negotiating property-based licences• Buying and selling property-based businesses • Buying and selling development land and new-build commercial premises• Overage agreements and contracts conditional on planning• Securing finance on property The Chambers and Partners Legal Directory has identified me as a notable practitioner, being noted among clients for being very approachable and going out of my way to understand their needs. I have been President of the Eastbourne Law Society since 2018.