Ashurst Perkins Coie fields a strong planning practice advising on major regeneration, energy transition, and development projects, with notable expertise across strategic planning, development management, and contentious matters. The team is particularly active on some of the UK’s largest regeneration schemes and continues to build its profile in emerging sectors. Co-head Claire Dutch is highly regarded for her work on complex regeneration projects, while Trevor Goode brings extensive expertise in planning policy. Charlie Reid has developed a strong energy transition and digital practice, and Ben Groves is noted for housing-led regeneration, student developments, and compulsory purchase compensation claims.
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Testimonials
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- Down to earth, practical, clear thinking. Experts are formulating strategies to address complex issues.
- The planning team working on our key projects has been exceptional. The quality of service and attention to detail are second to none.
- Claire Dutch heads up a first-class team.
- Charlie Reid and Alice Rowland are both extremely knowledgeable, understand our business requirements, and tailor their approach to the task at hand.
- Ben Groves and Ashley Squire. Both take a pragmatic and solutions-based approach. Excellent communication with clients and opposing lawyers.
- Ashurst Perkins Coie has advised us on planning legal matters requiring in-depth experience to achieve successful outcomes. I have found them to be very personable and knowledgeable.
Key clients
- Big Yellow
- London Borough of Camden
- Elysian Residences
- JP Morgan
- The Royal Parks
- Fairway
- Sebre
- Nang Fung
- Great Wolf Lodge
- Octopus Energy
- AI Pathfinder
- SSE
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Claire Dutch; Trevor Goode
Other key lawyers
Charlie Reid; Ben Groves; Ashley Squire