Russell May

Russell May is a Senior Associate – Solicitor in Boyes Turner’s property disputes team. Russell is widely regarded as one of the Thames Valley’s leading property disputes lawyers and is recognised as a leading lawyer in the Chambers legal directory. He has over 25 years’ experience in dealing with a wide variety of property disputes involving both commercial and residential property.

Russell advises a number of high profile clients including house builders and telecommunications companies on all aspects of development and commercial landlord & tenant disputes. His areas of expertise also include disputed break clauses, dilapidations claims, commercial lease renewal, rights of way, rights to light, adverse possession, restrictive covenants, boundary issues and contested leasehold enfranchisement.

Russell has particular expertise in development-related property disputes, advising national housebuilders, developers and landowners on issues that can arise throughout the lifecycle of a development project. His experience includes disputes concerning rights of way, restrictive covenants, easements, rights to light, boundary issues and access arrangements, as well as challenges that may affect the viability or progression of development sites. He understands the commercial pressures associated with large-scale developments and works closely with clients to identify practical solutions, manage risk and protect the value of their investments while keeping projects moving forward.

Russell also advises both commercial landlords and tenants in relation to their strategies on the renewal of a commercial lease, on any disputes which arise during the lease, for example, the non payment of rent by the tenant, and also at the end of the lease ,where dilapidations claims can arise.

Russell is valued for his commercially minded and solutions-focused approach. He understands that property disputes can have significant financial and operational consequences, particularly where development projects are involved, and works closely with clients to minimise disruption and achieve their objectives as efficiently as possible. Clients appreciate his ability to combine technical expertise with practical advice, helping them make informed decisions and navigate complex disputes with confidence.

Commentary in the Legal 500 directory states “Russell May provides clients with an excellent good quality and responsive service always presented in a pragmatic, jargon-free way. I always enjoy working with Russell.”