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Jonathan Bruton

Partner

Jonathan Bruton is a Partner in our Commercial Property team with more than 25 years’ experience in commercial property law. He assists clients on all aspects of their commercial property legal requirements, including sales and purchases, landlord and tenant matters, and property finance. Jonathan also advises Landed Estates on a wide range of property issues, including agricultural, mining, and residential matters.

 

Professional Background

Jonathan graduated from Oxford University and qualified as a solicitor in 1999. He began his career at Cameron McKenna before moving to West End law firm Boodle Hatfield. Jonathan joined Wansbroughs in 2004 and became a Partner in 2007.

 

Expertise

Jonathan’s expertise spans all aspects of non-contentious commercial property, landed estates, and agricultural law. He advises on sales and purchases, development projects, and landlord and tenant matters, ranging from routine transactions to complex, high-value deals.

Jonathan specialises in:

  • Leases – advising landlords and tenants on all aspects of commercial leasing.
  • Acquisitions and disposals – managing purchases and sales of commercial property with a focus on efficiency and risk management.
  • Development projects – guiding clients through site assembly, planning considerations, and complex contractual arrangements.
  • Landed Estates – advising Landed Estates on agricultural, mining, and residential property matters.

Notable experience:

  • Advising on the sale and purchase of landed estates worth over £100 million
  • Acting on one of England’s largest solar and battery renewable schemes
  • Securing lettings of significant mineral reserves and high-profile London healthcare premises

 

Approach

Jonathan focuses on efficiency and clarity, helping clients navigate complex transactions while identifying and mitigating risks early. His pragmatic approach ensures clients receive straightforward advice tailored to their commercial objectives.

 

Client Offering

Jonathan works with a diverse client base, from high-net-worth individuals and major companies to families and entrepreneurs, providing practical, high-quality advice tailored to their goals.

If you are planning a property acquisition, negotiating a lease, or embarking on a development project, our Commercial Property team can advise and assist.

My Accreditations

Legal 500 2026 - Recommended Lawyer