A partner of the firm since its foundation in 2009, Jason has driven Thirsk Winton’s specialism in leasehold enfranchisement. He acts for a wide variety of private client and property investor leaseholders, in individual lease extensions and in collective actions such as freehold acquisitions and the exercise of the right to manage.
He also acts for a number of landlords, with portfolios ranging from a handful of properties to substantial holdings in the hundreds.
Whether acting for landlord or tenant, Jason is often instructed to take matters to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) for a determination of the terms in dispute. Although such referrals often end in settlement before the hearing, he has extensive experience of presenting cases at the Tribunal.
Jason frequently litigates in the County Court in matters where a freeholder cannot be found or has refused to respond to a statutory notice. He has acted for several landlords in defending such actions.
As one of the firm’s notaries, Jason is often called upon to notarise documents for use in foreign jurisdictions. He also arranges legalisation of documents via the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and specific consulates, and he is the firm’s Complaints Partner.
Education and admission
- Bancroft’s School
- University of Manchester
- University of Westminster
- University of Cambridge
- Admitted as a solicitor in 2006
- Admitted as a notary public in 2009