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Farrer & Co

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Farrer & Co is active across a range of planning matters, including compulsory purchase orders, judicial reviews, and objections. Practice head Karen Phull advises on development, infrastructure and promotion agreements, and is recognised for her commercially focused approach. Claire Sheppard brings over 20 years of experience in environmental law, while Amy Penrose regularly handles planning appeals. Melissa Johnson is also a key member of the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Highly experienced,an exceptional reputation, trustworthy and genuinely caring.’

  • ‘The team at F&Co. is exemplary, with a knowledgeable, professional and diligent approach to all legal matters. The team is highly reputable and work to solve problems and issues that arise during complex projects.’

  • ‘Karen Phull is a phenomenal planning solicitor, using the perfect balance of legal knowledge and common sense. Always looks for a logical approach to complex matters and is professional at all times.’

  • ‘The planning and real estate team at Farrer & Co. display a great attention to detail, coupled with commercial knowledge which is applied to protect and promote client positions.’

  • ‘Karen Phull is extremely knowledgeable, diligent and hard-working.’

Key clients

  • The British Library
  • Shinfield Studios Limited
  • Duchy of Cornwall
  • Gascoyne Cecil Estates
  • Graven Hill Purchaser Ltd
  • Porcelanosa UK Limited
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Charities Property Fund
  • Commonwealth Real Estate LP
  • Shadowbox Studios
  • Welbeck Estates

Work highlights

Acting for Graven Hill Purchaser on the acquisition of a former MOD site in Bicester in connection with a large commercial development.
Acting for the Duchy of Cornwall in connection with their Nansledan development.
Acting for Shinfield Studios in connection with the redevelopment of a major film studios complex in Shinfield, Berkshire.

Practice head

Karen Phull

Other key lawyers

Claire Sheppard; Amy Penrose; Melissa Johnson