Natasha has a great eye for detail and is able to marshal arguments into very concise and effective submissions and pleadings.”

The Legal 500 2024, Property and Construction

 

Natasha specialises in advising and representing clients on proprietary estoppel and trust claims in relation to land, especially TOLATA claims (including those linked with Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989). She has dealt with numerous cases concerning disputes over beneficial interests in property which involve arguments regarding: constructive trusts, duress, proprietary estoppel, resulting trusts, unconscionability, undue influence and unjust enrichment. She is regularly instructed on mediations and joint settlement meetings in these cases.

Natasha has been instructed on a wide range of agricultural, commercial and residential property matters with her experience including the Residential Property Tribunal and the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal. She also has a particular interest in:

Recent work includes:

  • A dispute concerning beneficial interests in several investment properties in multiple jurisdictions
  • A claim to set aside an express declaration of trust on the basis of duress and/or undue influence due to coercive control and physical violence
  • A Pallant v Morgan equity dispute between companies regarding the purchase of a £1.6m plot of land
  • A proprietary estoppel claim based on an express promise by a deceased promisor, and alternatively acquiescence, in relation to land subject to an agricultural tie
  • A claim for specific performance of an agreement for the sale of land pursuant to the expedited summary judgment procedure as between vendors
  • A nuisance and negligence claim resulting from a fire which caused extensive damage to a range of commercial buildings.
  • A claim involving breach of contract, negligence and breach of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 regarding allegedly defective sofas which were said to have resulted in a total loss of a property
  • A forfeiture action concerning arguments over insurance coverage and frustration due to COVID in respect of non-payment of rent
  • A dispute concerning beneficial interests in a property where the legal owner was a Guernsey registered company and the alleged beneficial owners had been subjected to numerous bankruptcies.

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Directory Quotes

Natasha has a dynamic practice which covers a broad range of commercial litigation. ‘She is great with clients and clear and concise when advising.’ ‘A really tenacious and sharp barrister.’ ‘Very good on contracts, clever, direct and cuts to the chase.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Commercial Dispute Resolution

Natasha is a fountain of knowledge. She is very astute and is able to look at complex issues and break them down easily to determine the best strategy to meet a client’s needs. Natasha also always provides prompt and clear advice.”

The Legal 500 2024, Commercial Litigation

Natasha is technically good but also practical and tactical as well. She foresees problems and gives tactical advice on what should or shouldn’t be done. ‘She goes over and beyond, looking at different aspects to get the best outcome. She knows the law inside out and uses that to her advantage to build a fantastic result. She builds a great rapport with clients.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Real Estate Litigation

Natasha is a great advocate with a sharp eye for detail. ‘She is very thorough and meticulous in her drafting. She never fails to consider all aspects including those beyond the immediate issue and demonstrates an exceptional knowledge and understanding of the law, both factually and practically.’

Chambers UK 2024, Construction

Natasha is technically good but also practical and tactical as well. She foresees problems and gives tactical advice on what should or shouldn’t be done. ‘She goes over and beyond, looking at different aspects to get the best outcome. She knows the law inside out and uses that to her advantage to build a fantastic result. She builds a great rapport with clients.’ “

Chambers UK 2024, Real Estate Litigation

Natasha is very analytical. She goes the extra mile. Her advice and drafting are detailed and she is always keen for a challenge. Natasha is able to build a good rapport with clients with her grounded approach and ability to explain complex legal principles.”

The Legal 500 2023, Property and Construction

Natasha has a strong property disputes practice in addition to her chancery and commercial work. ‘She is excellent with clients and able to put them at ease, she is also able to break down complex legal points for any client.’ “

Chambers UK 2023, Real Estate Litigation

Natasha gives a very thorough review of issues and detailed written advice, thus clients feel very confident with her approach. She is so enthusiastic and determined to put in the hard yards. Solicitors love her and she fights her corner really hard.”

Chambers UK 2022, Real Estate Litigation

Natasha is a strong advocate, robust and able to think creatively to reach a novel solution to difficult legal issues.”

LEGAL 500 2022, COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Natasha always provides clear and detailed opinions. She explores all aspects of the case and has detailed knowledge not only of the law but the procedural rules. She focuses on the core issues, and her legal analysis is firm.”

LEGAL 500 2022, PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION

She has good attention to detail and was quick to think outside the box. She was creative in her drafting.”

Chambers UK 2022, Commercial Litigation

Natasha is very pragmatic, approachable and thorough, sometimes picking up on things you wouldn’t necessarily pick up on yourself and taking perspectives you might not have thought of. Natasha has already forged a clear path to success, looking at the bigger picture to provide clients with clear but rounded advice.”

CHAMBERS UK 2021, REAL ESTATE LITIGATION

Natasha is very responsive, extremely thorough, pragmatic and easy to work with as part of the team. She is an assertive and tenacious advocate.”

LEGAL 500 2021, COMMERICAL LITIGATION

An excellent and compelling advocate. Natasha is insightful, personable and very intelligent.”

Legal 500 2021, Property & Construction

Very sharp and responsive, with great attention to detail and a good way with clients.”

Legal 500 2020, Property

A very sharp and user-friendly barrister.”

Legal 500 2019, Property
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • LLM International Commercial Law (Distinction), University of Nottingham
    • BVC, BPP
    • LLB Law (Hons), University of Hull
    • Bristol Law Society’s “Barrister of the Year 2017”
    • Istituto di Studi Economici e per l’Occupazione Scholarship
    • Ferens Scholarship
  • Professional memberships:

    • ConTrA
    • COMBAR
    • Chancery Bar Association
    • Professional Negligence Bar Association
  • Natasha Dzameh is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.