Expert Solicitors for Advising on Heads of Terms

Heads of terms (also called heads of agreement or term sheet) is a document that sets out the main points agreed between a landlord and tenant before the formal lease is drafted. Our solicitor for advising on heads of terms will explain each clause and ensure you understand what you're committing to before the legally binding lease is created.

While not legally required, getting a solicitor for advising on heads of terms is strongly recommended. Once agreed, heads of terms form the basis of the lease. A solicitor identifies problems early, when they're easier to fix, and can save you from costly terms that would be difficult to change later.

Once heads of terms are signed, your solicitor will instruct a property lawyer to draft the formal lease based on the agreed terms. The draft lease is then reviewed to ensure it matches the heads of terms. Our solicitors can handle both stages of the process.

Heads of terms are not legally binding in the same way a lease is, but they represent a serious commercial commitment. Changes are possible if both parties agree, but it's better to get advice at the start. Our solicitor for advising on heads of terms ensures you understand implications before you sign.

Most heads of terms advice can be provided within 24-48 hours of receiving the document. We understand commercial property transactions move quickly and will prioritise your advice to meet your deadlines.

Key areas include rent and rent review terms, lease duration and breaks, repair obligations, service charges, permitted use, alienation rights (assignment and subletting), and alterations. Our solicitor for advising on heads of terms will review all terms and flag those needing attention.