Non-Domestic Rates for Commercial Property Lawyers - Key Considerations

Introduction

This virtual classroom seminar will discuss the fundamentals of the rating system and the key players will be introduced and explained.

The Local Government Finance Act 1988, the regulations and the relevant case law will be introduced. The practical application of the rating system to real world examples will be considered, illustrated, and explained.

This session is suitable for lawyers working in commercial property transactions together with property professionals seeking to understand or update their knowledge and understanding of the rating system and current landscape.

No prior knowledge assumed, and the fundamentals of the rating system will be explained.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• How the system is supposed to work and how it works in everyday practice
• How rates’ liability is calculated and upon whom liability falls
• How the administration of billing, collection and enforcement works in practice and how to challenge and appeal decisions
• Case studies & real-world examples

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.