
Partner & Head of Commercial Property
Alan Browning
Alan Browning is a Partner and Head of Commercial Property at Streathers Daynes Smith.
When our residential property solicitors support buyers, sellers and property owners, we’re not processing a transaction – we’re advising on a potentially life-changing matter. That’s why we make sure you have a dedicated team working on your case. They’ll understand what matters to you, flag issues early, and make sure you’re never left in the dark. It’s legal support built on relationships.

From our corner of London, we understand the local property market on every level. We’ve built valuable and trusted relationships with local estate agents, surveyors and mortgage brokers. But our expertise and experience stretch well beyond our streets. Clients from all over rely on us to take the stress out of the property process – building long-lasting relationships that transcend just property.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, selling a long-held, high-value property or restructuring ownership, we manage every step clearly and precisely, with a dedicated point of contact throughout. This means you’ll be speaking to people who know your circumstances and can move things forward efficiently, whatever your needs.
Sales and purchases (UK and overseas clients)
We advise on sales and purchases for clients across the UK and for overseas buyers and sellers. We manage the legal process from initial instruction through to exchange and completion.
Buy-to-let transactions
Our team provides clear advice on investment properties, including mortgage requirements and tenancy considerations. We ensure documentation reflects your long-term plans.
Remortgages
Remortgaging can help you secure better rates or release equity. We manage the legal formalities efficiently, coordinating with lenders to ensure the process is straightforward and completed without unnecessary delay.
Property tax advice
We provide guidance so you understand how tax, including Stamp Duty Land Tax and capital gains, may affect your transaction. Then we can help you plan accordingly.
Transfers of equity
When ownership of a property is changing – often following marriage, divorce or changing family arrangements – we ensure the updated ownership structure is accurately recorded and legally effective.
Joint ownership agreements
We advise on, structure and draft joint ownership agreements. Clear documentation that prevents uncertainty and ensures each party’s intentions are properly recorded and protected.
Lease extensions and collective enfranchisement
Our solicitors assist leaseholders with lease extensions and collective enfranchisement – helping secure longer-term certainty and protect property value.
Landlord and tenant matters
We advise landlords and tenants on tenancy agreements, rights and responsibilities – helping to ensure arrangements are clear and compliant.
Tenancy agreements
Precision-drafted tenancy agreements provide clarity and protection. We prepare agreements tailored to your circumstances, ensuring they comply with current legal requirements.
Plot sales and site acquisition for development
When purchasing land or plots for development, or selling land for future development, careful legal review is essential. We advise on title, access, restrictions and development considerations so you can proceed with confidence.
Funding arrangements and joint venture agreements
When an acquisition or development requires funding arrangements or joint venture agreements, we work alongside your lender and any other advisers to ensure agreements are clearly documented and workable.

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ContactOur specialists advise on individual and collective enfranchisement, helping leaseholders to acquire freeholds or take more control with clear, practical guidance.
A guide to what you may expect to pay in a typical residential property transaction.
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We deliver the sophisticated legal capabilities of major city firms, but with the personal touch of a local practice.
We’ve been on the city’s high streets, supporting community endeavours, for over 15 years. Our local knowledge is priceless for property matters.
We prefer finding smart, efficient solutions over prolonged disputes. We like to resolve matters swiftly and sensitively, not escalate them unnecessarily.
Our approach combines expert legal knowledge with genuine empathy – we understand people as much as we know the law.

Divorce
You have just made a life changing decision to divorce or separate from your spouse. But now what?

Divorce
Judith approached us as her and her husband, Henry, had decided that the time to separate had unfortunately arrived. They had been married for around 12 years.

Dispute Resolution
Our firm recently acted in a boundary dispute between neighbouring homeowners in a unique Grade II* listed village in Highgate, North London.