Rob was admitted as a Solicitor in 1994 and practiced in civil and commercial litigation. Over the last 20 years Rob has developed a particular specialism in property litigation. In what can frequently be a very complex area, Rob’s goal has always been to provide clients with the clearest and most commercial advice possible.

Professional Reputation

Property litigation, including: commercial landlord and tenant, possession cases, disrepair, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, rights of way, boundaries, and restrictive covenants.

Commercial contract disputes.

Arbitration work, including in relation to the valuation of commercial rents. This includes engaging with valuers in relation to their draft reports and providing analysis of the grounds for appealing arbitrator’s awards/independent expert determinations.

Hospitality sector commercial property, particularly public houses, restaurants and motorway service areas.

Advice and arbitrations in connection with the Pubs Code etc Regulations 2016.

Insolvency.

Debt recovery.

This work has been for landlords and tenants, companies and individuals, national and local clients.

As a solicitor, Rob has been a recommended practitioner in both Chambers and Legal 500.

Rob was ranked as a Leading Junior in the Legal 500 2026 in Property and Construction Law.

‘Robert has an excellent eye for detail, but also sees the bigger picture and is imaginative in problem solving. He is always approachable, has a quick turnaround and has specialist knowledge brought over from his time as an incredibly experienced solicitor, which can never be underestimated. He is able to provide good and sensible advice and solutions even with cases that look to have poor prospects. Rob is a gem outside the usual city chambers.‘

Testimonials

“Rob Hastie’s vast experience and knowledge of the Pubs Code sets him apart and makes him our go-to for such matters – highly recommended”

“We instructed Rob Hastie on an unusual matter relating to recovery of land. As well as a competitive fee quote Mr Hastie’s advice was fulsome and sensitive to the individual circumstances and interests of multiple stakeholders and the media. He brings a fresh perspective, having crossed over from private practice, is well prepared and does not leave anything to chance. He is my go-to Counsel on a range of property related issues and never disappoints.”

“Rob (Hastie) provides a first-class service with excellent client engagement, offering insightful and comprehensive advice on areas of speciality that are second to none. Rob has an excellent skill of distilling complex and detailed matters into easily relatable and pragmatic commercial advice.’