Best Advising on Development Matters Solicitors in West Midlands

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    Development matters cover securing planning permission, drafting and negotiating development agreements, and managing the legal steps that unlock land for building. A solicitor in this area advises developers, landowners, and investors on planning policy, due diligence, due process for planning applications, and associated agreements such as section 106 planning obligations and infrastructure agreements. They coordinate with planning authorities, lenders, and contractors to progress schemes from conception to occupation.

    1

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,612 Reviews

    257 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (96)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (40)Commercial mortgages (15)

    Sarah Jarrett Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Sarah Jarrett Partner - Head of Commercial, Agriculture & New Build Conveyancing 5.0 from 4 client reviews
    Eve Bright Works with Eve Bright
    “Thanks to Frances, Melissa and the team for the transaction of the purchase of agricultural land out of the local area. Frances and Melissa kept us fully informed during this process, going above and beyond. We would highly recommend.”
    A client review matching your search
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Fast service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    2

    mfg Solicitors LLP

    4.8 2,475 Reviews

    478 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Planning law (73)Commercial Leases (70)Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (62)

    3

    George Green LLP

    4.9 1,379 Reviews

    33 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (17)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (7)

    4

    Convey Us Limited

    5.0 1,033 Reviews

    101 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (48)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (24)Commercial mortgages (10)

    Free initial advice
    5

    Brindley Twist Tafft & James LLP

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    4.9 577 Reviews

    70 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Leases (22)Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (22)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (10)

    Alex Khan Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Alex Khan Managing Partner, Property & Commercial 5.0 from 11 client reviews
    Bejul Lakhani-LeverJohn ChadawayAmanpreet DhadwalDan Hoare Works with Bejul Lakhani-Lever and 3 more
    “Fantastic service from Rachel and the team throughout the remortgage process. Would definitely recommend to anyone seeking a solicitor. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Rachel Armitage
    • Professional service
    • Efficient handling
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawClinical NegligenceThe Law Society
    6

    GloverPriest Solicitors Limited

    4.8 4,056 Reviews

    250 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (101)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (52)Commercial mortgages (29)

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    FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited

    4.9 2,899 Reviews

    164 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (66)Commercial Leases (34)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (18)

    8

    Thomas Flavell & Sons Limited

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    4.9 1,325 Reviews

    58 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (32)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (18)

    Matthew Thom Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Matthew Thom Solicitor and Director 4.8 from 1 client review
    Verity DrinkallGavin Hammond Works with Verity Drinkall and 1 more
    “We were particularly impressed with Georgia’s dedication during this recent property sale. Taking the time to liaise with us after hours on a Friday night made a real difference in keeping the transaction on track. Her communication was clear, proactive, and highly professional throughout. It’s always a pleasure working with someone so committed, and we would highly recommend her services.”
    A client review matching your search · about Lara Garratt
    • excellent communication
    • rapid turnaround
    • professional service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily MediationThe Law SocietyCyber Essentials Certified
    Free initial advice
    9

    Sabz Solicitors LLP

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    4.8 2,030 Reviews

    5 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Mohammad Farooqui Your solicitor Mohammad Farooqui Solicitor
    “The team at Sabz solicitors specially Mr Saeed has been very helpful professional and proactive in dealing with our property Conveyancing service. Highly recommended”
    A client review matching your search · about Saeed Ahmad
    • Highly recommend
    • Professional service
    • Responsive communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    10

    Nexa Law Limited

    5.0 402 Reviews

    49 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (19)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (11)

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    Irwin Mitchell Llp

    4.7 13,771 Reviews

    1 Advising on Development Matters review

    12

    Higgs LLP

    4.9 720 Reviews

    67 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Leases (26)Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (26)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (7)

    14

    Mchale Legal Limited

    5.0 754 Reviews

    51 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (23)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (10)Commercial Leases (4)

    15

    HCR Law

    4.6 770 Reviews

    37 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (17)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (10)

    16

    Richard Nelson LLP

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    4.9 1,394 Reviews

    3 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Lucienne Sutton Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Lucienne Sutton Consultant Solicitor 5.0 from 1 client review
    Charles WilsonCraig Maher Works with Charles Wilson and 1 more
    “Lucy Ann Rhodes resolved a commercial lease issue with my landlord in a matter of days, after my previous solicitors had been unable to do so for months. She was highly knowledgeable, efficient, and clear in her advice, and also kind and genuinely supportive throughout. I cannot recommend her highly enough. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Lucie-Anne Rhodes
    • knowledgeable staff
    • clear communication
    • very responsive
    • Speaks
    • Criminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law AdvancedImmigration and Asylum
    Free initial advice
    17

    Talbots Law Ltd

    4.8 2,980 Reviews

    114 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    18

    Blackfriars Law Limited

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    4.9 1,296 Reviews

    50 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (24)Commercial Leases (12)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (5)

    Anwar Zeb Khattak Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Anwar Zeb Khattak Solicitor and Partner 4.9 from 7 client reviews
    Mohammed NadeemMohammed Aslam Zeb KhattakIslam Khan Works with Mohammed Nadeem and 2 more
    “Excellent service. Islam kept us up to date with our purchase and dealt with complications arising at the sellers end in a professional and effective manner. Will definitely use again!”
    A client review matching your search · about Islam Khan
    • Professional service
    • Responsive communication
    • Quick completion
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    19

    Wadsworths Solicitors Ltd

    4.9 670 Reviews

    21 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (9)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (5)Landlord and tenant (3)

    20

    Sydney Mitchell LLP

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    4.8 1,079 Reviews

    8 Advising on Development Matters reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (3)

    Shilpa Unarkat Leads the Advising on Development Matters team Shilpa Unarkat Partner, Commercial Property
    Raj SahotaRupesh Patel Works with Raj Sahota and 1 more
    “Jessica has given me tremendous support throughout the conveyancing process for the sale of my father’s property. From start to finish she has provided a prompt and professional service with clear explanations at each stage. I felt very confident in her ability to communicate and respond to questions from the buyers solicitors and myself in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Jessica at Sydney Mitchell to anyone needing conveyancing services.”
    A client review matching your search · about Jessica Malone
    • Friendly staff
    • Efficient service
    • Highly professional
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawThe Law Society

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