Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s planning team excels on projects in the energy and renewable energy sectors; recent work has included offshore wind energy, solar farm and battery storage schemes. The team handles non-contentious work, in particular advising on consenting issues, planning applications and agreements, and highway orders, and also has noted expertise in contentious matters, including inquiries and judicial reviews. Practice head Peter Nesbit leads on transport and infrastructure projects, while Roddy Macdonald covers residential development mandates and leads the firm’s relationship with Homes England. Newly promoted partner Paul McLean is involved in planning support for clients in the education sector.
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‘Eversheds Sutherland are recognised industry leaders who deliver a thoughtful pragmatic approach to delivery of their planning service which is respected by Local Authorities.’
‘Roddy Macdonald, Legal Director, is a highly valued member of our wider consultancy team. Providing insightful advice protecting our assets and helping deliver viable planning permissions with carefully negotiated s106 legal agreements.’
‘Paul McLean is a rising star. A strong sector knowledge and attention to detail, coupled with a commercial and practical head makes Paul an associate with a bright future.’
Key clients
- Homes England
- Theakston Estates
- Miller Homes and Kier Ventures
- Network Rail
- Precede Capital Partners
- Legal and General
- Mace
- Luminate Education Group
- Elements Green Trent Ltd
- Northland Power Inc
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Peter Nesbit
Other key lawyers
Roddy Macdonald; Paul McLean