Liz Smith

Liz is a solicitor with over 15 years’ experience working in commercial property helping clients with a wide range of transactions including buying and selling, refinance, leases and rural property matters.

Meet Liz

Liz completed her law degree at the University of Wales, Cardiff before qualifying as a solicitor in 2006 following her training in the North East. Liz has lived in Hartlepool for almost 20 years, and during that time has worked for firms in Gateshead, Hartlepool and Darlington before joining Freers Askew Bunting in March of 2024 to help expand the Commercial Property team.

Proud of her personable approach to each individual client’s needs and circumstances Liz’s focus is on quality service and client satisfaction. Liz has experience across a broad ambit of commercial work from leases for industrial properties to farm sales and everything in between.

In her free time Liz is also a volunteer leader at a Rainbows unit in Hartlepool.

Latest News

General

18 APRIL 2024

Freers Askew Bunting Hosting First Law Clinic at Stokesley Cricket Club

We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting its first-ever Law Clinic at Stokesley Cricket Club on the 15th of May from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Commercial Property

08 JANUARY 2024

Understanding Forfeiture of a Commercial Lease

The forfeiture of a commercial lease is a powerful tool available to landlords in the event of a tenant's breach. It allows the landlord to terminate the lease and reclaim possession of the property. Understanding how this process works is essential for both landlords and tenants.

General

07 DECEMBER 2023

Freers Askew Bunting Reinforces Community Ties with Hartlepool Cricket Club

Showcasing their commitment to their local community, Freers Askew Bunting Solicitors is delighted to announce the continuation of its sponsorship of the Hartlepool Cricket Club’s Junior Section.