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Jacqueline A Backhaus

Jacqueline A Backhaus

UK 2026

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Trowers & Hamlins LLP
 Trowers & Hamlins LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Planning

London (Firms)

8 years ranked

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Practice Areas

Jacqueline specialises in planning, highways and compulsory purchase law and advises both the public and private

sectors on all related matters. She advises on strategic planning policy, planning applications and is experienced in the negotiation of complex section 106 agreements for major development and regeneration schemes.

Jacqueline has particular specialism in dealing with planning and enforcement appeals, having acted regularly as a solicitor advocate. She also is an experienced litigator, dealing regularly with High Court challenges and applications for Judicial Review.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Planning - London (Firms)

Band 6
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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.
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  • Jacqueline is very technically strong and presents well at planning committees.

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