64 Development Deals reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (44)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (27)Commercial Leases (3)
Compare the best Development Deals solicitors and lawyers in Cornwall, ranked by verified client reviews: 36 law firms, updated 1 November 2026.
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In England, development deals cover commercial property projects from site assembly to delivery. A solicitor drafts and negotiates development agreements, option or promotion agreements, and ancillary documents such as collateral warranties, planning obligations under the Community Infrastructure Levy or S106, and security for performance. They coordinate with planning authorities, funders and contractors, prepare disposals and registrations, and advise on risk allocation, title issues and tax implications.
64 Development Deals reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (44)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (27)Commercial Leases (3)
3 Development Deals reviews
Leads the Development Deals team
Lucienne Sutton
Consultant Solicitor

Works with Charles Wilson and 1 more
“I cannot recommend Lucie Anne Rhodes highly enough. She guided me through one of the most challenging periods of my life with unwavering professionalism, genuine empathy, and sharp legal acumen. My case involved a complex commercial lease dispute that had dragged on for over a year. I was paying rent on a property I couldn't use due to a prolonged electricity disconnection, facing an inflated massive dilapidations claim and dealing with uncooperative landlords and their solicitors. To add to the pressure, I lost my regular job during this period and was financially stretched to my limits, with an expensive family hospitalisation and medical needs. Lucie never once made me feel like just another case file. She: * Fought tirelessly against unreasonable demands and delaying tactics. * Provided clear, honest advice even when the news was difficult to hear. * Negotiated strategically, always keeping my best interests at the forefront. * Showed genuine compassion during moments of personal crisis, including redundancy and family pressures. * Secured a settlement that, while not the outcome I originally hoped for, protected me from the massive dilapidations claim and allowed me to walk away with my dignity intact. If you need a solicitor who combines legal excellence with true humanity, look no further. Lucie is worth every penny and more. Thank you for everything.”
68 Development Deals reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (37)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (20)Commercial Leases (8)
Leads the Development Deals team
Lorraine Lancaster
Partner – Head of Real Estate Litigation


Works with Claire Bradley and 2 more
“Lorraine and her team were fast and efficient with every step of the transaction , Lorraine advised us and dealt with the whole matter taking the other solicitor to task and saved us time and money with all of her advice , thank you very much Lorraine ”
17 Development Deals reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (6)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (4)
12 Development Deals reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (7)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (3)
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We have ranked 36 law firms for Development Deals in Cornwall, listed in order on this page.