Ashley Blood-Halvorsen (TEP) is a dedicated and accomplished barrister specializing in property disputes, trusts, and housing law. Her practice encompasses a broad range of property matters, including disputes over real property, boundaries, rights of way, and landlord-tenant relationships. Ashley is particularly adept at handling complex cases involving the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA), beneficial ownership disputes, and constructive trusts.
Real Property and Boundary Disputes
Ashley provides expert advice and representation in cases involving easements, boundary disputes, and the interpretation of rights of way. Her work includes drafting statements of case for boundary disputes, advising charities on easement infringements, and successfully obtaining injunctions to protect easement rights. She has a particular interest in resolving disputes arising from property fraud and navigating claims under the Land Registration indemnity scheme.
Trusts and Co-Ownership
Ashley is highly experienced in TOLATA claims, representing clients in disputes over beneficial ownership, occupation rent, and financial contributions to property. She frequently handles cases involving complex issues of constructive and resulting trusts, promissory estoppel, and equitable accounting. Whether mediating disputes between former cohabitees or navigating multi-track litigation with international elements, Ashley brings a strategic and practical approach to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients.
Landlord and Tenant Law
Ashley acts for both landlords and tenants in commercial and residential matters. Her experience includes advising on lease extensions under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, defending claims arising from alleged disrepair, and interpreting lease terms in disputes over holiday lets. Notable recent work includes obtaining emergency injunctions in commercial landlord-tenant disputes and successfully resisting claims related to guaranteed rental income and lease repudiation. She also advises landlords on compliance with HMO licensing regimes and represents clients in possession proceedings linked to estates.
Client-Focused Approach
Known for her approachable and down-to-earth demeanor, Ashley excels at guiding clients through the complexities of property and housing law. Whether resolving disputes through mediation or pursuing claims in court, she is committed to delivering clear, practical advice and achieving the best possible outcomes.
For direct access clients seeking a skilled advocate with a proven track record in property and housing disputes, Ashley offers a comprehensive and client-focused service, ensuring every case is handled with expertise and care.
See also has a blog where you can read her commentary at www.chancerybarrister.com.
About me
Ashley is down to earth, approachable and connects well with lay clients who are often appearing in court for the first time. Part of her customer service offering is being responsive and providing advice that is straight to the point.
Ashley is a prize winning barrister, having been awarded both the Nicholas Pumfrey Memorial Scholarship and the Blackstone Entrance Scholarship by Middle Temple, and the Dean’s Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) Scholarship. In addition, she won the Baron Dr Ver Heyden de Lancey Prize as the best Middle Temple student on the BPTC at her centre.
Interests
Outside work, Ashley’s varied interests include Jewish apocalyptic literature, Freddie Mercury and day trading stocks on listed exchanges.
What my clients say
Recommendations
“It has been great to co work with Ashley on a very complex and contentious case. I cannot recommend her enough for her
technical knowledge and skill. I was even more impressed with Ashley’s attitude to the case and that she was just as
passionate, as I am, in order to get the best result for my client. My client and I felt the case was safe in her hands and I will
definitely be briefing her again in the near future.”
Richard Port MBE, George Green LLP
“Thanks very much for the advice. Please pass on my thanks to counsel – prompt, straight to the point, clear and
professionally done.”
Oxfordshire Solicitor
"I do not have Ashley’s contact details, but could you express my thanks to her? I did so after the court hearing, but she did so
well and was so friendly beforehand when we discussed the relevant details that I would like again to express my appreciation
of her work."
Client
“A quick message to say thank you again for your thorough preparation and representation today. Count on getting
instructions again. I find you listen to explanations, take on board background information, and good to get along with.”
Bruce Turner, Chapman & Chubb
“I really enjoyed working with you last week - you are clearly skilled in achieving that necessary balance between legal
argument and pragmatism. I hope we’ll have another opportunity before too long.”
Senior Mediator
Professional & academic
Academic qualifications
Law (LLB) 1st Class, University of Derby
BA (Hons) History (Religion), University of Toronto, Canada
BPTC (BPP University) Very Competent 2017
Certificate in Civil Law, Paris II-Panthéon Assas University 2012
Scholarships
Baron Dr Ver Heyden de Lancey Prize, Middle Temple 2018
Leeds Medico-Legal Society Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence Prize 2017
Dean’s BPTC Scholarship 2015
Sweet & Maxwell Law Prize 2014
Nicholas Pumfrey Memorial Scholarship, Middle Temple 2014
Blackstone Entrance Scholarship, Middle Temple 2014
Land Law Prize, UoD 2013
Scholarship, Fondation pour le Droit Continental 2012
Professional bodies
Chancery Bar Association
STEP (Full Member)
Property Bar Association (associate member)
Midland Chancery and Commercial Bar Association