Litigation and research

In circumstances where negotiated settlements are not possible, our experienced team and legal experts will recommend to escalate cases where appropriate.

Over the years we have set some major precedents that have impacted both valuation methodology and local authority behaviours.

There are a number of cases that we are currently working on, including challenging the Valuation Office Agency's approach to fit-out, COVID-19 and Valuation Tribunal powers.


Key litigation cases

Our expertise is demonstrated in a number of key cases - as follows:

  • Gallagher (VO) v Read & Partners [2015] UKUT 00001 (LC) RA 155, 55 RVR 114
  • Makro Properties Limited v Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council [2012] EWHC 2250
  • Clement (VO) v Addis Ltd [1988] House of Lords 1 EGLR 157, RA 25
  • Imperial College of Science & Technology v Ebdon (VO) and Westminster CC [1986] Court of Appeal, RA 233
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Market leading research

Our team works closely with Avison Young's research department to produce topical research for our clients.

THE GREAT REBALANCING ACT Assessing the impact of the 2023 revaluation

We recently partnered with the CBI, and have published the following reports:

OVER-RATED Making the case for business rates reform
GREEN LIGHT FOR INVESTMENT How the business rates system can encourage businesses to invest
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