Noted by clients for being able to ‘stand back and see the bigger picture’, Clarke Willmott LLP advises across the spectrum of planning, construction, commercial & residential. The firm is able to draw on its broader expertise in offices across the country to advise clients on the national level. It is regularly instructed on matters relating to wind, solar and biogas projects, with further experience in anaerobic digestion and waste energy. The ’excellent’ Laurence Lacey, who is experienced in renewable energy matters, leads the team from Bristol.
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Testimonials
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‘They are able to work with the detail, but also stand back and see the bigger picture.’
‘Laurence Lacey is highly responsive, open to client ideas and able to understand perspective around wider public sector risks.’
‘The team at Clarke Willmott possesses an excellent knowledge base to provide a well-informed answer when necessary.’
‘The Clarke Willmott team is solution-driven, deal-oriented and very proactive.'
- 'Laurence Lacey is excellent at the technical issues and great to spot problems before they arise.’
Key clients
- Farm Energy
- Cornwall Council
- Triodos Bank UK Ltd
- Osmose Utilities Services Inc
- Horizon Environmental Services Ltd
- Maxen Power Supply
- Sonomatic Ltd
- Zero Energy Architecture Ltd
- WCI Ltd
- Green Energy
- S Notaro
Work highlights
Advising Cornwall Council on the Newquay Strategic Route project, a key road infrastructure initiative.
Advising on a £3,850,000 facility for Avon Needs Trees, funding the creation of a new woodland in southwest England, including 100,000 trees, wetlands, hedgerows, and species-rich grassland.
Providing ongoing planning advice for a business park and a new Motorway Service Area at J24 of the M5.
Practice head
Laurence Lacey