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Underleases

If you are a tenant who is looking to sublet your property, or a landlord who is considering granting an underlease, our team of experienced underlease solicitors can provide you with expert legal advice and guidance throughout the process.

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We understand that underleasing can be a complex area of law, and we are here to ensure that your interests are protected and that you achieve the best possible outcome. Read on to find out more about our services and how we can assist you with your underlease needs.

What is an Underlease?

What is an Underlease?

An underlease is a legal agreement between a tenant and a subtenant, where the subtenant rents all or part of the property from the tenant. The tenant remains responsible for the original lease agreement with the landlord, but the subtenant is responsible for paying rent and following the terms of the underlease.

Why choose our Underlease Solicitors?

Why choose our Underlease Solicitors?

Our underlease solicitors have extensive experience in handling underlease transactions, ensuring that your interests are protected and the process is completed efficiently. We provide clear and concise advice, tailored to your specific needs, and work closely with you to achieve your desired outcome. Our team is dedicated to providing a high level of service, and we pride ourselves on our professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail.

How can our Underlease Solicitors Help?

How can our Underlease Solicitors Help?

Our underlease solicitors can help you with all aspects of underleasing, including drafting and negotiating underlease agreements, advising on legal obligations and responsibilities, and resolving disputes between under landlords and subtenants. We have extensive experience in this area of law and can provide practical and cost-effective solutions to any underleasing issues you may encounter. Contact us today to discuss your underleasing needs.

Additional Information

What happens to an underlease on termination of the lease?

Upon termination of the lease, the underlease typically ends as well. The rights and obligations of the underlease holder would cease, and they may need to vacate the premises or negotiate a new agreement with the head landlord or leaseholder.

Is an underlease the same as a sublet?

No, an underlease and a sublet are not the same. An underlease involves granting a lease for a portion or whole of the premises to a third party, while a sublet involves renting out the entire premises to another tenant during the lease term.

Does an underlease need to be registered?

An underlease typically does not need to be registered with the Land Registry unless it exceeds a term of seven years. However, it is recommended to consult a legal professional for specific advice based on your situation.

Who are the parties to an underlease?

The parties involved in an underlease are the head landlord (the original leaseholder), the tenant (who holds the original lease), and the underlease holder (a subtenant who leases the premises from the tenant).

What is the difference between head lease and underlease?

A head lease is the original lease between the landlord and tenant, while an underlease is a lease granted by the tenant to a subtenant for part or all of the premises. The head leaseholder remains responsible to the landlord, while the under leaseholder is responsible to the tenant.

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