Schofield Sweeney acts for residential and commercial developers, infrastructure providers, land and property owners, and local authorities across all sectors for both contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice head Amanda Beresford, recognised for 'excellent ability to navigate through complex planning matters', is well-versed within the regeneration, infrastructure, energy and waste sectors.
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‘Amanda Beresford is a very experienced and very good planning legal expert who is also realistic.'
‘The key strength of Schofield Sweeney is effective communication. They clearly understand the client's expectations, delivering a very professional and effective service.’
‘Amanda Beresford has an excellent ability to navigate through complex planning matters and deliver advice in a clear and concise manner. Her advice on preparing for, and input at, public inquiry has been invaluable. Above all, Amanda is very personable and approachable. ’
‘Their planning knowledge of the law is second to none and they push to get projects over the line in a timely fashion.’
‘We have worked closely with Amanda Beresford, whose professionalism and ability to coordinate numerous SMEs to meet deadlines is impressive.’
‘In the form of Amanda Beresford the team has a high profile leader who balances the day job with key roles influencing policy and the relationship between the public and private sectors.’
Key clients
- Moda Living Limited
- Caddick City Living Limited
- Towngate PLC
- Keyland Developments Limited
- Chatsworth House Trust
- Broughton Hall Estate
Work highlights
Advised a Caddick Group company on the planning agreement for the 2m sqft scheme known as South Village Leeds for up to 1,925 homes and 650,000 sqft of commercial space.
Advised Earthline Limited on a planning Appeal public Inquiry against a refusal to grant planning permission for a sand and gravel extraction site in Wiltshire.
Advised Lindum Developments Limited in relation to an application for a Development Consent Order and Compulsory Purchase affecting their land in Newark including representing them at the Examination in Public.
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Practice head
Amanda Beresford