THP THREE QUESTIONS: DONNA WADE, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SOLICITOR
We believe one of the keys to giving our clients a personal service tailored to their needs is getting to know who they are. So we’ve turned the tables by asking each member of our staff three questions so you can learn more about them. Meet Donna Wade, a Commercial Property solicitor based in our Lower Earley, Reading office.
WHAT do you think is biggest misconception about property law?
That is repetitive or boring. You couldn’t be further from the truth. I love the variety in my work, from the range of different clients to the diverse types of property transactions. I get involved in sales, purchases, leases, development agreements, refinancing – the list is endless. I particularly like adverse possession as it satisfies the inner detective in me. My interaction with other solicitors, surveyors and agents, as well as clients, also keeps the job interesting
What is key to maintaining lasting client relationships?
Listening to and understanding your clients. It sounds simple, but you need to put the effort in to make a genuine connection. You can’t use the same terminology when speaking to an experienced surveyor as you might a landowner who is selling a plot of land for the first time. You need to set aside any assumptions, understand what the client really wants, and adapt your work style to the person you are dealing with. It helps build trust, making it easier for both of you to work through a transaction together.
I have many long-term clients, and my relationships with them are based on mutual respect and understanding – I know what they need, and they trust me to provide it.
Curry or Chinese?
Sit a fragrant vegetarian Nepalese curry down in front of me, and I will be grinning from ear to ear, especially if there is also a side of Momos.
You can find out more about Donna here.
OUR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TEAM
THP Solicitors Commercial Property team offer a comprehensive real estate legal service, working collaboratively with property owners, developers, investors, landowners, landlords and tenants on all types of property transaction.
We are experienced in dealing with a wide range of property and land types including freehold, leasehold, industrial units, retail premises and land for development.
We carry out work ranging from assisting new businesses taking on their first premises, acting for clients who own a portfolio of properties, as well as disposing and acquiring properties and land for sizable developments.
Our team maintains a strong reputation for a flexible and constructive approach, enabling us to tailor our service to your unique requirements and objectives. We work to ensure that your commercial property transactions go ahead smoothly, quickly and cost-effectively, foreseeing potential problems and taking proactive steps to prevent them from derailing your deals. Where issues do arise, we offer fast, effective solutions to get things back on track as swiftly as possible.
If you would like a quote for a commercial property or land development purchase, sale, financing or lease negotiations, please contact Frances Watts on f.watts@thpsolicitors.co.uk or call us on READING: 0118 975 6622 or HENLEY: 01491 570 900