Oliver-James Topping

Senior Associate

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Oliver-James graduated with a 2:1 degree from Nottingham University in 2012. He undertook the Legal Practice Course at Nottingham Law School and graduated with distinction in 2013.

He was admitted as a solicitor in January 2016 after completing his training contract with a regional firm specialising in Residential Property law where he was promoted to the role of Senior Solicitor.

Oliver-James joined Pinney Talfourd in 2018 and works within the Property Litigation Department. He was promoted to Senior Associate in 2024.

He regularly deals with instructions covering several departments, working with colleagues across the commercial property, residential property, and private client teams. This involves him in disputes relating to commercial tenant covenants, failed property completions, and promissory estoppel. As a result, he is experienced in practical litigation and fully understands how this can impact on day-to-day life.

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

On a personal note, in his spare time Oliver-James is a keen runner and has completed several half marathons including: the Brentwood Half, the Havering Half, and the Great North Run.

Areas of expertise

Noteable achievements

  • Enforcement of a Statutory Demand in respect of rent arrears of £94,000.
  • Bringing a forfeiture claim against a tenant for noise disturbances.
  • Obtaining payment from a Guarantor for rent arrears in excess of £20,000.

Qualifications & memberships

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