Client: Smoke + Ash Restaurants
Sector: Hospitality
Location: Edgbaston and Kings Heath, Birmingham
Smoke + Ash was ready to expand into Kings Heath with a new site that reflected their neighbourhood ethos and growth ambitions. The lease assignment, however, presented several complexities; including multiple agreements with the landlord, slow approvals, and a variety of challenges connected to the outgoing tenant. These factors risked delaying the opening and increasing operational uncertainty.
RLK’s Commercial Property team took a proactive and commercially-led approach. We worked to maintain momentum throughout the transaction by securing written confirmations, managing multiple parties, and ensuring prompt execution of key documents. Our focus was to protect the client’s position, mitigate delay-related risks, and deliver the completion on time.
Despite the challenges, the lease assignment was completed successfully, allowing Smoke + Ash to move forward with their launch as planned. The client gained peace of mind that the transaction could proceed without further disruption, securing a flagship new site and enabling business continuity.
Smoke + Ash’s expansion highlights how fast-growing SMEs benefit from experienced legal advisers who understand both the commercial landscape and the strategic priorities that drive growth. Alongside their restaurant venues, Smoke + Ash’s thriving events business continues to expand, catering to weddings, festivals and private events throughout the Midlands.
For established businesses acquiring new premises or expanding portfolios, engaging legal support early helps:
RLK continues to partner with entrepreneurial and expanding businesses across the Midlands, helping them turn property opportunities into lasting commercial success.
Whether you’re expanding into new locations, restructuring your property portfolio, or acquiring commercial assets, RLK’s Commercial Property team offers the expertise and commercial insight to help you move forward with confidence.
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Nazia joined RLK Solicitors as a Trainee Solicitor and has built up strong experience working across both the Litigation and Insurance Litigation Departments. Nazia is currently working in the Commercial Property Department, where she’s putting her commercial background and legal training to good use.
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