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Planning - Yorkshire

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Squire Patton Boggs' Yorkshire-based full-service planning offering has a national client base and notable strength in compulsory purchase and highways matters. The team offers expertise in a broad range of sectors, including renewable energy, residential development, transport and utilities. Its lawyers regularly advise both private companies and local authorities, and are also adept at representing clients in planning appeals, major inquiries and judicial reviews.

Notable practitioners

David Myers is a key contact.

Work Highlights

  • Squire Patton Boggs advised Taylor Wimpey UK on a Section 106 agreement at High Leigh, as well as a large multi-phased development at Canford.  

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

We have yet to see a weakness across their teams. Squire Patton Boggs make us feel at all times like a priority client. They are very sensible and pragmatic when it comes to agreeing fees.

Planning respondent
UK

There is a very short line of control, enabling quick and efficient dialogue. The fact that work is not delegated far from the point of control enables very responsive service levels.

Planning respondent
UK

Their planning department is really excellent.

Planning respondent
UK

It has been helpful to have advice on interpretation of law and guidance shared in a clear way. They provide swift responses to queries and excellent communication.

Planning respondent
UK

They provide clear and concise advise in relation to the risks associated with our planning position and dedicated expertise in the specific field. They are responsive without rushing.

Planning respondent
UK