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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.

What a solicitor handles in these matters

The solicitor handles drafting and negotiating complex contracts, ensuring title and planning concerns align with funding, building contracts and warranties, and that step‑in rights and performance security are properly structured. They must navigate title checks, planning conditions, and liability allocations to keep development on track.

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Kiri KkoshiSaira Ahmed

Tagged solicitors Kiri Kkoshi and Saira Ahmed

I had the pleasure of working with Saira Ahmed as my conveyancing solicitor, and I cannot praise her enough for the exceptional service she provided. Saira's swift response and proactive approach throughout the entire process allowed me to make informed decisions promptly, ensuring that I could act in a timely manner. Her dedication and efficiency brought a great deal of assurance and comfort during what could have been a stressful journey, especially given any possible delays from officials and missteps by the seller's solicitor. Without Saira's perseverance and attention to detail, the deal would not have been completed properly. I also want to thank Kiri for taking my case at the very time of my need and Ferris for the swift acknowledgment of the client's financial statement, which, in addition, provided a comprehensive and valuable experience throughout the conveyancing journey.

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Alan Horne

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Alan and Judy were both very helpful with sorting out my land purchase and kept me updated throughout the transaction. Would definitely instruct them again in future.

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Alex Griffin

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thankyou for doing our conveyancing on the sale of our bungalow and purchase of another bungalow, communication was excellent, and delivered very quickly.

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Tamara Dhesi

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Tamara was amazing from start to finish. We went from offer to completion in 8 weeks. She was quick to respond to emails and always acted in our best interest in terms of both action and advice. Would 100% recommend.

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Kevin BourleyYolanda Hollis

Tagged solicitors Kevin Bourley and Yolanda Hollis

Hi Yolanda Hope all is well, I wanted to thank you so much for your excellent help and support in the completion of Stanmore and with the previous property, Bridge Street. The process seemed seamless, especially so during this very difficult and strange time. I have appreciated your excellent communication and patience with me Please forward my thanks also to Kevin

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Sophie Taylor

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We were very happy with Bannister Preston and in particular Sophie Taylor, who handled the conveyancing for our house sale. She was easy to communicate with and answered all our questions knowledgably and always responded promptly ( sometimes within the hour!) Would highly recommend and many thanks to Sophie

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Nadia Choudhury

Tagged solicitor Nadia Choudhury

Pleasant experience with Dutton Gregory from the very beginning to the end of our purchase. Communication was superb and proactive, and the attention to detail shown throughout the whole process was commendable. A special gratitude to Nadia and Kelly for guiding us throughout the process.

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Jane Burton

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I’ve worked with Jane numerous times on property acquisitions and disposals and she is far and away the best I’ve worked with. Value for money and quality service every time, and her personal touch makes the experience a pleasure.

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Lauren Ainsley

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I’ve had the pleasure of working with Lauren Ainsely at Boyes Turner on a particularly complex set of development legal matters, and I can confidently say she has been outstanding throughout. From the outset, Lauren brought clarity, structure, and a calm, solutions-focused approach to what could easily have felt overwhelming. Her ability to navigate intricate legal issues while keeping everything moving forward efficiently has made a significant difference to our project. She communicates clearly, is always responsive, and takes the time to explain options in a practical and commercially sensible way. What really sets Lauren apart is her proactive mindset and attention to detail. She anticipates potential challenges before they arise and handles them with professionalism and confidence. In an area that can often feel slow or overly complicated, she has been a genuine breath of fresh air. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lauren to anyone dealing with development-related legal work. Her expertise, reliability, and approachable manner make her an invaluable advisor.

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