Question 1

Who is this course for?

Accepted Answer

This course is designed for property professionals who want to build or refresh their commercial property knowledge, including but not limited to:

• Residential conveyancers looking to expand into commercial property work

• Lawyers returning to practice after a career break

• Trainees, or junior lawyers seeking structured, practical training

• In-house legal teams wanting to strengthen their commercial property law capability

• Surveyors aiming to deepen their understanding of the legal framework underpinning commercial property.

Question 2

What does the course cover?

Accepted Answer

The Certificate starts with two introductory modules to set the legal context, followed by seven core modules covering the essentials of commercial property law. Each module is built around real-world application and commercial awareness, ensuring participants gain practical insights. As commercial property law is rarely taught as a dedicated subject at university, this course offers a unique opportunity to bridge that gap and develop knowledge that directly benefits clients and their projects.

Question 3

How is the course delivered?

Accepted Answer

The Certificate is delivered in a flexible hybrid format, making it easy to fit around a busy professional schedule. You’ll benefit from live online tutorials with Davitt Jones Bould’s specialist lawyers, alongside pre-recorded lectures from our Head of Legal Training, Richard Snape, and course author, Emma Warner Reed. This blend of live interaction and expert-led content ensures you get both practical guidance and in-depth knowledge. The format is designed to be accessible wherever you are, ideal for private practice lawyers, in-house teams, surveyors, professionals returning to law, or those working in commercial property without formal training in the subject.

Question 4

What makes this course different?

Accepted Answer

This isn’t just theory. Each module includes:

• Practice Points: guidance from our senior real estate lawyers

• Thinking Points: scenarios to sharpen legal reasoning and commercial judgement

• Personal Insights: stories and reflections from seasoned real estate lawyers

• Practical Extracts: case studies from our legal team

The course has been designed by our in-house Professional Support Lawyer in collaboration with our senior fee earners and Head of Legal Training Richard Snape. It combines academic depth with practical insight, shaped by the real-world experience of leading commercial property lawyers.

Question 5

Do I need prior commercial property experience?

Accepted Answer

No. The course is structured to be accessible to those new to commercial property, while still offering valuable depth and insight for those with some experience.

Question 6

Can I complete the course alongside full-time work?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The course is designed with busy professionals in mind. Live tutorials are carefully spaced to minimise disruption, and all lectures and materials are available on demand, so you can learn at your own pace.

Question 7

Will I receive a certificate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On successful completion, you’ll be awarded the Davitt Jones Bould Certificate in Commercial Property, formally recognising your achievement and enhancing your CV.