Planning Lawyers

Initial guidance and long-term planning strategies to set your development up for success.

Conducting thorough EIA reviews to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and reduce the risk of legal challenges to your project.

Advising on and drafting complex planning agreements, including viability assessments, biodiversity net gain and affordable housing provisions.

Expert advice and representation in matters related to compulsory purchase orders and compensation claims. We act on behalf of a diverse range of clients including promoters, development partners, statutory undertakers and objectors to achieve favourable outcomes.

Representing clients in planning appeal cases to challenge unfavourable decisions and secure project approvals.

Providing expert representation in judicial review and s288 cases to ensure that planning decisions are legally sound and procedurally fair.

Advising on planning matters related to heritage assets, conservation areas and listed buildings to ensure compliance with regulations while preserving historical significance.

Strategic advice and support for large-scale infrastructure projects (including around transportation, energy and utilities) to navigate complex planning requirements.

Advising on highway and infrastructure agreements as well as general highways law.

Guidance on public rights of way and related legal matters including protecting landowner rights, ensuring accessibility and adherence to regulations.

Assisting with applications and objections related to DMMOs to accurately reflect rights of way.

Handling applications for Stopping Up Orders to enable development projects.

Representing applicants and landowners in relation to town and village green applications.