UK Guide 2026 : Yorkshire
Ranked Individuals
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Clarion is able to represent clients across numerous sectors, including waste, energy, infrastructure and residential housing developments. It has experience of town regeneration schemes, planning applications and appeals, and infrastructure agreements.
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Clarion advised Commercial Estates Group on the Temple District regeneration of Leeds city centre.
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They have a strong understanding of their sector and a persistence to achieve the best result for the client.
They are hard-working, informative and are happy to tell it how it is. Any issues or requests for advice are always dealt with quickly and effectively.
They take on the most complex of environmental and planning cases and provide a high-quality service.
They hold a strong team with staff specialising in the various elements of the work so they can deal with assignments efficiently and without delay. They are pragmatic and commercial.
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Carolyn Lord advises on major mixed-use development projects and regeneration schemes for developers and local authorities. She also represents clients in matters concerning infrastructure projects.
Carolyn provides cutting-edge service.
I enjoy working with Carolyn, as it feels like she is truly part of your team and acting in your best interests.
Carolyn grasps issues very early on so we can react to them quickly. She is very thoughtful and precise. She is incredibly well connected and can explain legal matters in a way that I can understand.
Kate Butterfield acts for local authorities and developers on residential and leisure developments, with particular strength in planning applications, Section 106 agreements and compulsory purchase orders. She also advises clients on appeals and judicial reviews.
Kate works in a timely manner, has enthusiasm and gives clear and concise advice.
The quality of service from Kate is high, with thorough and professional handling of matters.
Kate is very swift in drafting, responding and getting things done.
Planning & Environment
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