Business Details
25 Years
experience
Property Law Services for Landlords and Tenants
Pain Smith Solicitors is a specialist property law firm with over two decades of experience in residential and commercial property legal matters. Established in 2001, we focus exclusively on property law, offering expertise in possession claims, lease extensions, deposit disputes, and complex tenancy issues. Our team of solicitors and consultants provides tailored legal solutions for landlords, tenants, and agents, combining practical experience with strategic advice. We prioritise transparency, offering fixed-fee services where possible and maintaining open communication to ensure client confidence.Our services extend to legal training, document drafting, and a dedicated helpline for landlords and agents. With a reputation for resolving disputes efficiently, we balance commercial pragmatism with rigorous legal advocacy. Our office in Hampshire serves clients nationwide, supported by a commitment to continuous adaptation to legislative changes. We uphold strict anti-discrimination policies and adhere to Solicitors Regulation Authority standards, ensuring trustworthiness and professional integrity in all our operations.
Services
Property Litigation
Possession Claims
Lease Extensions
Deposit Disputes
Helpline Subscription
Document Drafting
Commercial Property Disputes
Training Services
Rent Arrears Recovery
Squatter Action
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in property law since 2001.
- Our team consists of certified solicitors with expertise in residential and commercial property.
- We offer fixed fee services where possible to ensure cost transparency.
- We provide legal training and resources tailored to landlords and agents.
- We combine practical solutions with rigorous legal advocacy for client benefit.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Property Litigation
We handle residential and commercial property disputes, including possession claims, rent arrears recovery, and dilapidations. Our solicitors provide strategic advice to resolve conflicts efficiently, prioritising client interests through court proceedings or negotiation. With expertise in complex tenancy issues, we ensure legally sound outcomes for landlords and tenants.
Lease Extensions
Our team specialises in statutory lease extensions under the Leasehold Reform Act, advising on marriage value and service charge disputes. We guide freeholders and leaseholders through valuation processes, forfeiture procedures, and enfranchisement, ensuring compliance with current legislation while protecting client assets.
Helpline Subscription
Landlords and agents access expert legal advice via our dedicated helpline, available Monday-Friday. Subscribers receive guidance on tenancy management, notice drafting, and dispute resolution, alongside document vault access. This service offers cost-effective support for day-to-day property law challenges.
Document Drafting
We provide customised tenancy agreements, notices, and business terms aligned with current legislation. Our documents include specialist clauses for unique property requirements, ensuring legal compliance. Clients access standard precedents or tailored solutions for residential and commercial lettings.
Training Services
Our solicitors deliver training on residential landlord-tenant law, possession proceedings, and legislative updates. Designed for landlords and agents, courses combine practical insights with case law analysis, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency in property management practices.
People
Marveen Smith
Principal Solicitor
Marveen founded Pain Smith Solicitors in 2001, specialising in property law. A qualified solicitor with an accountancy background, she provides expert legal advice and training for landlords. She established the first landlord legal helpline and regularly contributes to media discussions on property law.
Laura Simpson
Solicitor
Laura qualified as a solicitor in 2019 after training at PainSmith. She specialises in property litigation, including lease extensions and possession claims. With experience in dilapidations disputes, she offers practical solutions for landlords and tenants while managing helpline advisory services.
Emma Somerset
Consultant Solicitor
Emma joined PainSmith in 2012, focusing on property litigation for landlords. Now a consultant, she handles forfeiture claims, boundary disputes, and debt recovery. Recognised for pragmatic advice, she assists clients in complex property matters with commercial awareness and legal precision.
Questions
What areas of law do PainSmith Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise exclusively in property law, covering residential and commercial landlord-tenant disputes, lease extensions, possession claims, and document drafting for the lettings industry.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we prioritise fixed-fee arrangements where possible. For complex cases, we provide transparent hourly rates with advance cost estimates to ensure budget predictability for clients.
Can I access legal documents online?
Subscribers to our helpline gain access to a document vault with tenancy agreements, notices, and business terms. These precedents are regularly updated to reflect legislative changes and industry standards.
Are your services available outside Hampshire?
While based in Hampshire, we serve clients nationwide. Our legal helpline, document shop, and litigation services support landlords, agents, and tenants across the UK through remote and court-based solutions.
Do you provide training for property professionals?
Yes, we deliver tailored training on residential landlord-tenant law, possession procedures, and legislative updates. Our courses combine practical case studies with legal expertise to enhance compliance and management practices.
Reviews (2)
James Thornton
May 04, 2022
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Harassment - They acted for my landlord, even though they knew that my landlord and their agent were harassing me. This is against the law.
Naheed Neale
Mar 24, 2021
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I have use PainSmith Solicitors few times and I have found them to be efficient, polite, cost effective and they do the job without any added fuss.
