UK Guide 2026 : Midlands
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Shakespeare Martineau
The planning team has an unrivalled reputation in the Midlands market due in part to our wider multi-disciplinary planning offering in the form of an additional 36 planning and heritage consultants and architects (Marrons).
What sets us apart is our strength in depth and our ability to provide a one-stop shop for our clients’ needs, from taking a development site through the allocations process, to negotiating what are often complex planning obligations. Our advice is pragmatic and commercial, and we pride ourselves on being seen as our client’s trusted advisors – we are an integral part of the client’s consultant team. We also provide expert advice on matters including potential enforcement action, compulsory purchase orders, development consent orders and all highways matters.
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Shakespeare Martineau's planning team has an established presence in the Midlands. It advises public and private sector clients on the full scope of planning matters, including development consent orders, Section 106 agreements, compulsory purchase matters and judicial review. The team also acts for a number of house builders and developers on large residential projects.
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Shakespeare Martineau acted for Strata Homes in connection with a site which it is acquiring from Nottingham City Council to develop for 130 homes.
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They are excellent at finding answers to complex matters.
We get what we need when we need it.
Shakespeare Martineau has a thorough understanding of the new legislation including the Environment Act.
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Simon Stanion acts for public and private sector clients on matters relating to residential and mixed-use development projects, including compliance, Section 106 agreements and planning applications. He further advises clients on contentious development proposals.
Paul Wakefield regularly acts for local authorities and private clients. He is particularly active on planning applications and appeals, as well as planning obligations under Section 106.
Paul is exceptional, he is always available and is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
Paul is a very solid performer and is an integral part of the team.
Planning & Environment
Planning & Environment
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Anna Cartledge
Head of Department
Simon Stanion
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