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Stephenson Harwood

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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.
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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.'

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

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