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Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Planning

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Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Rankings

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Planning - London (Firms)

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Trowers & Hamlins advises on the full range of issues relating to commercial and residential development work, assisting with planning strategy, negotiating contracts and the application process. Its clients are often local authorities and public institutions, as well as private developers and investors, based in the UK and further afield.

Work Highlights

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  • Trowers & Hamlins advised the Ellison Institute of Technology regarding potential development prospects following their acquisition of 11-12 St James's Square in London.

Strengths

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  • The Trowers team has an excellent understanding of planning matters and are excellent at providing succinct and clear advice.

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  • Trowers & Hamlins offers an extensive and diverse team who are able to provide expert advice across a wide range of topics.

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  • Trowers provides client-centred services, with effective communication and proven results.

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  • Trowers have a strong ability to identify potential issues early on in a deal and provide really practical and smart solutions.

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  • The Trowers team's knowledge and experience as well as their attention to detail is very strong.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Jacqueline A Backhaus
    Band 6Jacqueline A Backhaus

    Jacqueline A Backhaus

    Jacqueline Backhaus is head of the planning team at Trowers & Hamlins and has particular expertise in matters relating to compulsory purchase and highways. She frequently advises clients on regeneration projects, often acting for local authorities, housing associations and businesses.
    • Jacqueline is very technically strong and presents well at planning committees.

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  • Associates to watchRob Walker
    Associates to watchRob Walker

    Rob Walker

    Rob Walker is recognised for his work advising both public and private sector clients on a range of planning matters. He has particular expertise in relation to residential development and regeneration schemes, as well as Section 106 and highway agreement work.

    • Rob provides a highly professional, friendly and reliable service.

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    • Rob is very technically strong, always responsive to requests, and provides excellent service.

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    • Rob is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with. He is sensible and pragmatic, and has a strong understanding of the context his clients work in.

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    • Rob excels in his profession and is an excellent communicator who brings his experience and knowledge to bear in order to provide excellent advice and service to his clients.

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