‘The team is always professional, courteous and receptive. They demonstrate a high level of legal understanding and competency, as well as an ability to respond promptly and proactively to the various issues and challenges that are presented to them. The team has provided excellent and consistent legal advice in relation to major energy projects.’

‘Gary Soloman is approachable, dependable and trustworthy. He is meticulous in his work, demonstrating attention to detail but also an ability to identify workable and pragmatic solutions.  He leads his team effectively, ensuring we always receive practical, timely and comprehensive advice and support.’

‘Top nationally rated individuals working in a regional setting offering excellent value to clients. Real depth and experience in planning, compulsory purchase and compensation, regeneration projects. Personal feel and attentive client care skills gives a boutique touch to the team.’

‘Gary Soloman – giant of the compulsory purchase, regeneration planning and compensation field.  A huge resource in any team, depth of knowledge, reflective participation, strong on strategy and substance.  A genuine desire to do what is best for the client while setting realistic expectations.’

‘Bespoke approach with exposure at all times to senior and very experienced employees. It is clear they have the interest and ability to consider the needs and interests of their clients. The services provided are competitive in terms of cost. They provided a rounded well considered approach and advice.’

‘The team at Burges Salmon have been a pleasure to work with.’

‘Very knowledgeable in this area and good recent experience.’

‘Heat-sealed team with highly experienced partners, excellent understanding of technical/enigneer related matters, flexible in communication forms and modes.’

‘The firm’s knowledge of up-to-date legislation is second to none and importantly their application of this in a commercial context is highly valued.’

‘Neil Bromwich and Josh Taylor have a good attention to detail and a thorough approach to overcoming potential issues.’

‘Richard Harding is quick, responsive and pragmatic. His ability to break down complex section 106 agreements and planning permissions and apply them to land contracts is second to none.’

‘The planning team at Osborne Clarke are knowledgeable, organised and extremely helpful. I have worked with them on various large scale development land acquisitions, and they are always able to provide high quality advice in a timely manner.’

‘Richard Harding is highly detailed with an excellent in depth knowledge of all planning related matters which we seek advice upon. He is able to provide timely professional advice.’

‘The Osborne Clarke team has a detailed knowledge of the DCO process, and an understanding of what clients need.’

‘Josh Taylor brings a wealth of DCO experience across a range of energy projects and supports clients to deliver successful projects.’

‘The team at Osborne Clarke are personable and professional, with an extensive depth of knowledge of complex planning and property matters.’

‘Brilliant diverse team doing a range of work across planning and infrastructure projects.’

‘Jonathan Bower is brilliant to work with. Clearly a team player who is good at encouraging all members of the team.’

‘Womble Bond Dickinson has a very very strong planning practice and enormous strength in depth. The team is enormously focussed on delivering for the client and the size of the team means that no case is too big or too small. Certainly one of my favourite firms to work with.’

‘Victoria Redman – Hugely compentent and experienced, Victoria is a great team player and also a star individual.’

‘Richard Guyatt – A top planning partner who is very well respected throughout the profession.’

‘The WBD practice is uniquely placed due to its collaborative approach with clients.’

‘Kevin Gibbs and his team have been committed and responsive. Liaising with the client out of hours, and being highly responsive to acute deadlines. Their ability to work with the wider multi disciplinary team and with the associated council team is important to overall success.’

‘Jonathan Bower – One of the very leading lights in compulsory purchase and compensation law. Jonathan is vastly experienced and there is nothing on importance in this area of law that he doesn’t know.’

‘David Richardson at Ashfords LLP is a clear communicator, very pleasant to work with. I value his judgement and his inclusion in any team. I know when I recommend David I will get a service that I would wish for my clients.’

‘Well informed and professional with a commercial approach.’

‘David Richardson is the standout partner in their planning team.’

‘Stephen Humphreys is extremely capable and dynamic. Nothing is too much trouble and he has a keen attention to detail.’

‘Working with the Ashfords Team is always a pleasure. Ashfords always provide us with strong legal support which provides confidence to our business and surety within the marketplace.’

‘We use Ashfords across many disciplines, the one item that stands out and appears to be common place within their practice is how proactive each of their team members are.’

‘Great knowledgable team with strength in depth, able to respond in a timely matter to all sorts of queries.’

‘Caroline Waller: Excellent individual, wide breadth of knowledge, understands practical and commercial reality and acts accordingly.’

‘Neil Baker is the Partner responsible for our matters and delivers an exceptional service. He is able to distill complex matters into manageable matters and has guided us through several potential conflicts with minimal fuss.’

‘Caroline Waller is an outstanding leader, offering attention to detail, responsiveness, technical ability and strong negotiating.’

‘The Taunton office planning team provides a first-class service and excellent advice on all planning law matters in a friendly, pragmatic and pro-active manner.’

‘Caroline Waller – Excellent planning lawyer – on top of her game and a pleasure to work with’

‘A culture of giving clear opinions and advice rather than ambiguity and hedging of bets.’

‘Caroline Waller is, in particular, an exceptional lawyer. Clear, persuasive and very intelligent.’

‘Diverse and progressive practice. Very good in renewables and “pub” sector. Excellent customer care even when issue is small and needs to be passed on.’

‘Responsive and pragmatic.’

‘My main connection at TLT is with Katherine Evans. I really value the ability to have an open discussion with Katherine and her openness to examine an issue from all avenues. Katherine is technically excellent but also very approachable, I really value Katherine’s strong and honest advice.’

‘Katherine Evans is our favoured planning lawyer due to her knowledge of the planning experience coupled with her experience of working in the housebuilding industry. She always seems able to take your call.’

‘The team has an excellent understanding of planning law and all other related matters.’

‘Concise and straightforward planning advice, which allows us to make informed decisions.’

‘Experience and knowledge of planning matters and how to mitigate the pitfalls.’

‘Technically excellent, very approachable, deliver results.’

‘Practical advice and a full understanding of the legal context on which that advice is given.’

‘Excellent client care.’

‘The Planning practice of Michelmores has a strong track record of advising public sector clients.’

‘Sarah Reardon has been exceptionally helpful at resolving issues and always proactive and keeping us well informed.’

‘Michelmores have made a concerted effort over many years to get to know our business and the people who work in it. This saves time and therefore cost in terms of fees.’

‘The approach is always helpful, collaborative, and focussed on good outcomes and an understanding that delivering value for money is vital.’

‘Very proactive, always looking to preempt situations and offer advice accordingly.’

‘I have had recent dealings with Sarah Reardon who has continually impressed. Sarah has the ability to offer complicated solutions in a clear and simplified manner.’

‘Always friendly and quick to respond. Never had to chase up for a response or clarity on a matter. Everything is taken care of by the Michelmores team, with regular progress updates and gentle reminders to keep us track.’

‘Thrings solicitors are reliable, very capable and of a size to deal with all manner of enquiries. A friendly team as well!’

‘The individual I worked with was a Matt Gilks. He had a sound understanding of Planning Law.’

‘Matt Gilks is diligent, thorough and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Alex Madden and Fred Quartermain are extremely experienced in planning law and most importantly can apply this knowledge to real-life situations. They are innovative, very approachable and helpful at all levels from initial enquiries to legal challenges in the High Court.’

‘Fred Quartermain has been a joy to know. He’s humble, smart, attentive, will to travel when needed. I look forward to continuing our work together.’

‘Rebecca Stanton has shown flexibility, endurance, and a willingness to put in whatever effort is necessary to achieve our goals.’