Stephenson Harwood‘s wide-ranging practice includes large scale regeneration, infrastructure delivery, urban redevelopment, and national and cross-border transactional work. Feroze Abbas leads the team, having joined in December 2024. He has a breadth of experience in public and private sector planning matters. Rebecca Daniels is also a key member of the practice, focusing on Section 106 agreements and underlying security arrangements.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Stephenson Harwood stands out in the legal landscape for its exceptional blend of deep expertise, pragmatic approach, and meticulous attention to detail. This practice is distinguished by a team that combines extensive knowledge with a practical mindset, ensuring clients receive advice that is not only legally sound but also commercially viable. Their focus on delivering tailored solutions reflects a genuine understanding of client needs and the complexities of today’s business environment.'
  • 'The lawyers are known for their proactive communication, strategic thinking, and ability to simplify complex legal issues without compromising on precision.'
  • 'Stephenson Harwood excels in striking the balance between high-caliber technical knowledge and approachability. Stephenson Harwood’s pragmatic and detail-oriented approach translates into more effective, efficient outcomes for clients. Their commitment to understanding the unique context of each client’s situation sets them apart, making the firm a trusted partner rather than just a service provide.’
  • ‘The individuals at Stephenson Harwood truly set themselves apart through their exceptional professionalism, accessibility and genuine commitment to client success. Among the talented team, Rebecca Daniels and Feroze Abbas particularly exemplify these qualities, making them invaluable partners to work with.'

  • 'Feroze Abbas is remarkable for his accessibility and attentiveness. He offers a supportive hand that goes beyond expectations, always ready to collaborate and assist at every stage. His strong focus on teamwork fosters a cohesive environment where ideas flow freely, and challenges are met collectively. Feroze’s approachable nature and dedication create a reassuring presence that clients and colleagues genuinely appreciate.'
  • What differentiates Rebecca and Feroze from peers in other firms is their combination of technical excellence with a personable, client-focused approach.'
  • The qualities most valued in Rebecca and Feroze include their attentiveness to detail, proactive communication, and unwavering supportiveness. Their ability to work collaboratively — within the team and with clients — ensures smooth, efficient progress even in complex matters. Their professionalism is matched by a genuine warmth and dedication, which creates an environment where clients feel understood and supported every step of the way.’
  • ‘The team is very experienced and knowledgeable. I like that they fill in seamlessly for each other - if one person is not available for whatever reason, you will get an answer you can have confidence in from one of their colleagues, swiftly. Their feedback and advice is always very clear and they all seem happy to discuss inventive ways of achieving their clients' aims.’

Key clients

  • London Borough of Hounslow
  • Workspace Group plc
  • Investec Bank plc
  • London Borough of Bromley
  • Trafalgar Entertainment Group
  • North London Waste Authority
  • PACL
  • IDA Plymouth Holdings Limited
  • Schroders Capital UK
  • Self Storage REIT Limited
  • Longmead Capital

Work highlights

Advising Workspace Group PLC on the re-development of the Chocolate Factory in Wood Green.
Advising Investec Group plc on the planning elements of its development financing projects.
Advising the London Borough of Hounslow on all aspects of planning including negotiation of section 106 agreements on multiple development sites.

Practice head

Feroze Abbas

Other key lawyers

Rebecca Daniels