James is a Partner in our Property Litigation Team, based in our Ipswich office.
James joined Birketts in 2002. He deals with a wide range of property related disputes and is an expert litigator. Most of his practice focuses on rights to light and telecoms, where he specialises in advising developers on major projects and is well known and respected within the industry.
He leads the Telecoms sub-team at Birketts involved in both litigation and transactional work, including the granting of leases, advising on upgrades, site sharing as well as wayleaves for high-speed broadband connections. The team have a vast amount of experience, having advised on hundreds of leases over the years.
James has a diverse client base, acting for local authorities, universities, developers, police and fire authorities and private individuals. He is able to advise on all types of property disputes with more than 20 years’ experience in the sector.
Recent work highlights
Advising on rights of light in connection with the redevelopment of a premier league football stadium.
Dealing with the eviction of telecom masts at a central London headquarters building for a quasi-government organisation.
Acting in relation to the eviction of a data centre from a major city centre site to make way for a new residential housing scheme.
Experience & education
Joined Birketts in 2002
Qualified as a Solicitor in September 2004
Promoted to Partner in June 2013.
James is not only incredibly knowledgeable in his field but also practical in the application of that knowledge.
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