Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is geared to handle planning judicial reviews, for which Emma Perring is a key contact. Christian Drage leads the department and is noted for his strength in European urban regeneration projects, while Tim Hellier is proficient in compulsory purchases and environmental law. Tim Smith advises clients on regeneration projects and infrastructure agreements, James Good is skilled at development projects, and Giles Pink is knowledgeable in highway law. Other key members of the team include Sheridan Treger, who is particularly active in the energy sector.

Commended as the ‘best all round planning practice out there’, CMS‘ broad expertise spans the energy, logistics, retail, and transport sectors. With over two decades of experience, Ashley Damiral leads the practice and is vastly knowledgeable in data center projects. Martin Evans is particularly focused on urban mixed-use regeneration projects, Joshua Risso-Gill is proficient in compulsory purchases, and Robin Hutchinson leads the firm’s energy and infrastructure department. Robert Garden is noted for his strength in offshore wind farm developments, and Nicola Insley is well-regarded in the build to rent sector. Katy Abrahams assists clients with the consenting and protection aspects of energy and infrastructure projects.

At the forefront of solar matters, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is particularly focused on commercial development projects. Matthew White is reputed for his expertise in mixed-use masterplan developments. Catherine Howard - the new practice head - is ‘a brilliant partner and totally committed to the client’s cause’, while Charlotte Dyer’s caseload encompasses industrial warehouse, retirement village, and student accommodation developments. Martyn Jarvis handles judicial reviews, Ian Mack is well versed in development consent orders, and Ben Hazenberg is knowledgeable in highway agreements.

A strong choice for public sector entities, the sizeable practice at Pinsent Masons LLP is well-regarded across the energy, transport, and water sectors. Richard Ford is noted for his development and infrastructure expertise, Richard Griffiths is vastly experienced in energy projects, and Nicholle Kingsley often handles regeneration schemes in the capital. Iain Gilbey leads the firm’s residential sector practice, while Robbie Owen and Claire Brodrick advise clients on the consenting aspects of infrastructure projects. Other key members of the team include Tom Rowberry, who is well versed in mixed-use developments.

Commended as a ‘professional and knowledgeable planning law firm’, Town Legal LLP is jointly spearheaded by Clare Fielding and Duncan Field. Fielding is the firm’s managing partner, and often handles residential and major regeneration projects, while Field is praised for his ‘great skill and hard work’. Meeta Kaur is proficient in urban extensions, and Spencer Tewis-Allen is well regarded in the build to rent sector. Simon Ricketts is well versed in compulsory purchase orders, Michael Gallimore is experienced in mixed-use schemes, and Juliet Munn is a key port of call for developers and landowners. Lucy Morton and Victoria McKeegan are other key team members, while Patrick Robinson has retired.

A key port of call for public sector entities for planning matters, Ashurst is well-equipped to advise clients on energy and transport infrastructure. ‘Supremely calm and assured’ practice co-head Trevor Goode is proficient in compulsory purchases and statutory challenges. Praised as ‘one of the best in planning’, fellow co-head Claire Dutch is knowledgeable in environmental impact assessments, while Charlie Reid’s caseload encompasses energy transition issues. Other key members of the team include Ben Groves, who is experienced in judicial review challenges.

BDB Pitmans is geared to handle compulsory purchases and development consent orders, for which Mustafa Latif-Aramesh is a key contact. Nick Evans spearheads the practice and is often engaged in HS2 and Network Rail matters, while Angus Walker is well-versed in infrastructure projects. Sarah Clark is commended as ‘careful and thoughtful with great charm’, Duncan O’Connor is proficient in transport matters, and Richard Marsh is well-regarded in the energy sector.

Often engaged in housing and regeneration schemes, Addleshaw Goddard is well-versed in infrastructure projects in the energy sector. With ‘a very strong background in all types of planning and property’, Marnix Elsenar leads the practice and is noted for his strength in transport matters. Gary Sector is focused on urban regeneration projects, while Francis Tyrrell is proficient in water and sewerage issues. Sarah Hodge is another key team member.

Highlighted for its strength in nationally significant infrastructure projects, Burges Salmon LLP is geared to handle compulsory purchase orders, for which Alex Minhinick is a key contact. Gary Soloman leads the practice and is well-versed in highway proposals, while Julian Boswall and Elizabeth Dunn are experienced in energy matters. Jen Ashwell is skilled at regeneration schemes, Laura Fuller focuses on wind projects, and Cathryn Tracey is knowledgeable in renewable energy mandates. Sarah Sutherland, Daniel Whittle, and Matthew Tucker are other key team members.

The ‘effective, straightforward, and highly competent’ practice at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP specialises in compulsory purchases, strategic land matters, and regeneration schemes. Claire Fallows leads the department and is knowledgeable in environmental impact assessments, infrastructure agreements, and planning appeals, while Rachael Davidson is experienced in renewables projects.

The ’knowledgeable, commercial, and thorough’ team at Clifford Chance LLP advises clients on energy and infrastructure projects, highway law, and regenerations. Nigel Howorth leads the department and is experienced in judicial reviews and regeneration projects, Katie Kempthorne is noted for her strength in the energy sector, and Kate Mackintosh is experienced in s106 agreements.

Often working in conjunction with the firm’s corporate, finance, and real estate practices, Clyde & Co is well-versed in compulsory purchases, nationally significant infrastructure projects, and public inquiries. Ian Ginbey often advises clients on building enforcement issues, environmental impact assessments, and highway matters, while Brian Greenwood excels in development consent orders. Anna Simpson is experienced in planning projects in the capital, Carolyn Morgan-Welker and Rajpreet Uppal are often engaged on s106 agreements, and David Kianizadeh is experienced in highway agreements. Jay Edwards is active in the residential sector.

Well reputed for its CPO, infrastructure, and regeneration projects expertise, Dentons is frequently engaged in urban extensions. Roy Pinnock oversees the practice and is highly proficient in strategic land promotion and urban regeneration schemes, while Michele Vas is well-versed in energy and transport infrastructure matters. Lucy McDonnell and Chris Robinson handle compulsory purchases, Rachael Herbert is skilled at residential schemes, and Katie Scuoler covers s106 agreements. Melanie Blanchard has over two decades of experience in the space and excels in public sector projects.

Headed up by Paul Maile, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP's practice is particularly focused on energy, logistics, transport, and water projects. Daniel Freiman is commended as ‘vastly experienced in large infrastructure projects’ and Stuart Andrews is proficient in major residential developments. Other key members of the team include James O’Connor, who advises on the consenting and implementation of infrastructure projects.

Specialising in large-scale urban regeneration projects in the capital, Forsters LLP is recommended for its ‘pragmatic advice’. Victoria Du Croz leads the practice and is adept at infrastructure related agreements, as well as s106 agreements. Matthew Evans is knowledgeable of BTR, logistics, and retail projects, while Alice Gordon-Finlayson is well versed in infrastructure agreements.

Gowling WLG‘s broad caseload encompasses compulsory purchases, mixed-use developments, and regenerations, while on the contentious side, the practice is experienced in High Court planning litigation and judicial reviews. Vicky Fowler leads the practice and often advises on development consent orders, while Ben Stansfield is well-informed in regulatory matters surrounding infrastructure projects. Tim Sharp’s caseload encompasses highway and public law and Laura Nation is highly proficient in environmental impact assessments.

With ‘a great depth of knowledge’,  Mishcon de Reya LLP is well-informed in the build-to-rent, elderly care, and student housing sectors. Anita Rivera leads the practice and is a key port of call for investment funds, property companies, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Daniel Farrand is highly regarded in the private rented sector, while Tom Barton is often engaged in compulsory purchases and planning enforcement matters.

With ‘a strong number of stars’, Sharpe Pritchard LLP is a key firm for major developers, property owners, and public authorities. Bernadette Hillman has ‘great expertise in advising on planning issues in a local government context’, and Alastair Lewis is noted for his strength in infrastructure matters, while Andrew Swaffer is highly proficient in compulsory purchases and planning appeals. Emily Knowles often handles s106 agreements, and Rachel Lee is experienced in highway planning matters. Other key members of the team include Rebecca Stewart, who is often engaged in judicial review proceedings.

Winckworth Sherwood LLP is particularly well versed in residential-led mixed-use projects, for which Lindsay Garratt is a key contact. Recommended as ‘highly respected in the planning field’, Colette McCormack leads the practice and is vastly experienced in major regeneration schemes. Other key team members include Matt Steinbrecher, who is ‘calm and measured.’

Praised for its ‘strong project management capabilities’, Davitt Jones Bould is often engaged in development consent orders, infrastructure agreements, and planning inquiries. Peter Allinson and Madeleine Davitt jointly lead the practice, while the ‘talented and hard working’ Stephanie Hall is experienced in compulsory purchase orders and highway developments. Yohanna Weber is highly proficient in infrastructure and energy developments, while Nigel Hewitson focuses on public inquiries.

Highlighted for its ‘tailored advice of the highest standard’, Farrer & Co is experienced in CPOs, judicial reviews, and planning objections. The ‘commercially effective’ Karen Phull leads the team and is highlighted for her strength in development, infrastructure, and promotion agreements. Claire Sheppard has over two decades of experience in environmental law, and Amy Penrose is well versed in planning appeals. Other key members of the team include Melissa Johnson.

Howard Kennedy LLP’s broad workload encompasses real estate acquisitions, disposals, developments, and refinancings. The ‘extremely knowledgeable and helpful’ Jade Chalmers leads the practice and is proficient in highway agreements, planning appeals, and s106 agreements. Bob Sadler is noted for his strength in large mixed-use developments and Danielle Coglin often advises clients on the planning and environmental aspects of property and corporate transactions.

Providing an ‘extremely efficient and personal service’, Irwin Mitchell is highly reputed for its build to rent, mixed use, and regeneration scheme expertise. Claire Petricca-Riding leads the practice and is well-versed in environmental crime, maritime and water regulations, as well as s106 agreements. Nicola Gooch is proficient in judicial reviews and mixed-use regeneration projects, while Sejal Patel is highlighted for her strength in highway and infrastructure agreements.

K&L Gates LLP has a considerable workload, notably handling infrastructure delivery issues, redevelopments, and regenerations. Recommended for his ‘unmatched knowledge of planning law and legislation’, Feroze Abbas leads the practice and is experienced in public sector matters. Rebecca Daniels is knowledgeable in infrastructure agreements, judicial reviews, and land appeals.

The ‘very experienced and knowledgeable team’ at Lewis Silkin is well-versed in Building Safety Act matters. With over two decades of planning experience, Sara Hanrahan leads the practice and is particularly skilled at urban regeneration projects. She is also a key port of call for developers, high-net-worth individuals, and retailers.

With a particular focus on compulsory purchases and redevelopment schemes, Norton Rose Fulbright is particularly active across the energy, office, and social housing sectors. Commended for her ‘consummate skill’, Sarah Fitzpatrick leads the practice and is often engaged in energy projects, as well as mixed-use schemes. Carina Wentzel’s recent workload encompasses student housing developments, and she is lauded for her ‘stellar reputation’.

Noted for its ‘broad knowledge base in the sector’, Russell-Cooke LLP is a key port of call for developers, investors, and high-net-worth individuals. The ‘absolutely meticulous’ Alex Ground leads the practice and is proficient in enforcement appeals, environmental impact assessments, as well as s106 agreements and highway agreements.

Praised for its ‘thorough service’, Taylor Wessing LLP is highlighted for its strength in data centre infrastructure as well as residential schemes. The ‘phenomenally hardworking and personable’ Alistair Watson leads the practice and is experienced in airport and stadia developments. Emma Tait is well-versed in compulsory purchases processes, and Joanna Bassett handles planning objections and acquisitions, while Anna-Mariya Angelinova advises on the environmental law aspects of infrastructure projects.

Often handling sizeable regeneration schemes, Trowers & Hamlins LLP is well-versed in build to rent schemes and s106 agreements. With over two decades of experience, Jacqueline Backhaus leads the practice and specialises in highway planning matters. Rob Walker is highly proficient in compulsory purchase orders, and Marisia Robson is a key contact for developers and local authorities, while Imogen Anderson is focused on estate regeneration work.

Noted for its ‘commercial awareness and technical excellence’, A&O Shearman is a strong choice for financial institutions, foreign investors, and private equity clients for planning matters. Christopher Woolf leads the team, while Robert Share is often engaged in real estate development, investment, and finance mandates. Share is also praised for his ‘brilliant experience in large, complicated planning work’.

‘First-rate boutique’ Asserson Law Offices enjoys a strong development presence across the capital and South East. Praised as ‘planning law royalty’, Daniel Drukarz oversees the team and is often engaged in regeneration schemes. Other key members of the team include James Kon, who is praised as ‘a giant of the profession in the making’.

The ‘reliable, efficient, and hardworking‘ practice at Bevan Brittan LLP is a strong choice for various public sector entities regarding regeneration schemes. Noted as ‘knowledgeable, responsive, and commercially minded’, Dalee Kaur leads the practice and is noted for her strength in infrastructure developments and property acquisitions. Matthew Simson often handles compulsory purchase orders, highway law issues, and judicial reviews.

Often acting for private clients on objections to planning applications, Blake Morgan LLP is knowledgeable in development projects in the capital. With over three decades of experience, the ‘exceptional’, Amardip Healy oversees the practice and is particularly focused on the residential sector.

A key contact for housing associations, landowners, and private developers, Devonshires Solicitors LLP is well-versed in regeneration projects. Hannah Langford leads the practice and is vastly experienced in compulsory purchases and s106 agreements, while William O’ Brien’s practice includes building defect claims. Other key members of the team include Camilla Weston, who handles various infrastructure agreements.

Lauded as ‘highly knowledgeable’, DWF's team is jointly spearheaded by John Webster and Andrew Batterton. With over two decades of experience, Batterton is well-versed in energy and infrastructure projects, while Webster is highly reputed for his vast development expertise, notably regarding hotel, retail, and student accommodation projects in the capital. Hannah Smith is noted for her strength in transactional real estate, and Daniel Ria is highly proficient in compulsory purchase orders and development consent orders.

Fladgate LLP is notably adept at compulsory purchase orders, environmental matters, planning permission appeals, and s106 agreements. Praised as ‘an outstandingly good solicitor’, Mark Harnett spearheads the team and is experienced in deeds of release and insurance cover. Miles Crawford is noted for his strength in highway issues and redevelopment schemes.

Praised by clients for its ‘excellent and top-quality service’, Freeths LLP is particularly skilled in compulsory purchases, infrastructure projects, and residential-led projects. With a ‘keen awareness of the client’s commercial needs’, Robert Bruce has over two decades of experience in the planning sector. Jennifer Roe is well-versed in s106 agreements, Edward Peel is experienced in planning appeals, and David Bowes handles highway matters. Mark Harris is another key team member.

Keystone Law’s broad caseload encompasses compulsory purchases, planning court litigation, as well as residential and commercial property developments. Ben Garbett is a key contact for developers, landowners, and local authorities, while Yohanna Weber is particularly focused on infrastructure mandates, mixed-use schemes, and renewable energy developments. Anna Fouracre is vastly experienced in judicial review proceedings and is often engaged in build-to-rent and strategic land matters.

Maples Teesdale LLP is vastly experienced in building regulation work, compulsory purchases and appropriation issues, as well as judicial reviews. Commended as ‘very pragmatic in the advice he gives’, practice head John Bosworth is noted for his strength in development, infrastructure, and regeneration projects. Other key members of the team include Robin Barnes, who specialises in town and country planning work.

Shoosmiths LLP is particularly focused on housing, regeneration, and strategic land developments, in addition to planning litigation. Matt Nixon is often engaged in compulsory purchases, environmental impact assessment work, and section 106 agreements.

The ‘knowledgeable and very experienced’ practice at Slaughter and May is highlighted for its proficiency in data centre, office tower, and retail developments. Richard Keczkes leads the firm’s planning practice and is knowledgeable in environmental mandates, as well as health and safety issues surrounding M&A. Jane Edwarde leads the real estate team and is well-versed in real estate development, financing, and leasing matters.

Often engaged on international planning projects, Watson Farley & Williams LLP is knowledgeable of build-to-rent schemes, derelict regenerations, and s106 agreements. Lauded as ‘technically strong’, Nick Walker leads the practice and is well-versed in energy and infrastructure transactions. Valentina Keys advises clients on carbon trading, maritime decarbonisation, and Net Zero issues, while Hamish Ungless is particularly experienced in regulatory energy, infrastructure, and transport matters.