Best Development Services Solicitors in Derbyshire

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    Development Services in England covers the planning and related oversight involved in bringing commercial or mixed-use projects from concept to construction. A solicitor in this area drafts and negotiates planning agreements, completes due diligence on site planning history, advises on planning policies and compulsory purchase implications, and coordinates with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, and developers to secure planning permission and associated approvals.

    1

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,611 Reviews

    257 Development Services 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 Development Services 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

    Slater Heelis

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    4.9 2,047 Reviews

    65 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (23)Commercial Leases (11)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (6)

    Will Newman Your solicitor Will Newman Associate Solicitor
    “I am truly appreciative of the top quality work that David Jones and his assistant Lorna have done for me over the past 8 years. With numerous property transactions in this time, we have come across some very poor conveyancers acting for the other side, sometimes with a serious lack of knowledge of the law. David has shown his real quality in dealing with these difficult situations to ensure that the relevant transactions Completed successfully. The same quality has been exhibited by other departments of Slater Heelis we have had to deal with such as Wills and Probate. Would I risk using another firm in the future? No!”
    A client review matching your search · about David Jones
    • Professional service
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawThe Law Society
    3

    Rothera Bray Solicitors

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    4.9 1,518 Reviews

    87 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Leases (29)Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (25)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (14)

    Catherine Angrave Leads the Development Services team Catherine Angrave Partner & Head of Commercial Property 5.0 from 2 client reviews
    Marneya ChauhanAmy Moore Works with Marneya Chauhan and 1 more
    “We would like to ' Thank ' Sara O. at Rothera Bray Solicitors in Leicester for handling all of our legal needs regarding Properties etc. She is highly professional, accommodating and truly delivers exceptional service to a very high standard. All works were completed in a very efficient and timely manner. We highly recommend Sara ! Thank you A&D”
    A client review matching your search · about Sara Odedra
    • Excellent service
    • Great communication
    • Professional team
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeChildren LawThe Law SocietyCyber Essentials Certified
    4

    Sills & Betteridge LLP

    4.8 5,946 Reviews

    217 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (102)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (50)Commercial mortgages (15)

    5

    Ringrose Law

    4.7 1,736 Reviews

    69 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (36)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (21)Commercial Leases (7)

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    Banner Jones Solicitors

    4.8 1,545 Reviews

    78 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (39)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (16)Commercial Leases (4)

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    GloverPriest Solicitors Limited

    4.8 4,056 Reviews

    250 Development Services 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)

    8

    HSR Law Limited

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    4.9 1,556 Reviews

    122 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (68)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (23)Commercial Leases (9)

    Melissa Squires Leads the Development Services team Melissa Squires Solicitor & Head of Commercial Property 4.9 from 23 client reviews
    Paul RussellSHARNIKA REIDKatie PendleburyDylan Turner Works with Paul Russell and 3 more
    “I have used a few different solicitors in Doncaster for the purchase of property's. And by far HSR Law are in my opinion the best fast and very efficient. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Melissa Squires
    • Excellent communication
    • Very professional
    • Quick responses
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeWills and Inheritance Quality SchemeThe Law Society
    9

    Elliot Mather LLP

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    4.8 637 Reviews

    47 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (23)Commercial mortgages (8)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (6)

    Kylie Wood Leads the Development Services team Kylie Wood Senior Associate Solicitor
    Lucy Steadman Works with Lucy Steadman
    “In just two weeks, I’m thoroughly impressed with Kylie Wood’s service. She’s been fast to respond, exceptionally clear in her communication, and an absolute pleasure to work with. After a previous bad experience with another solicitor, it’s a huge relief to have someone who responds promptly and truly knows her stuff. I’m so confident in her approach that I’ll be leaving a follow-up review once the process is fully completed, which I’m sure will be just as outstanding. I highly recommend her ”
    A client review matching your search · about Kylie Wood
    • Excellent communication
    • Quick responses
    • Professional service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    10

    Josiah Hincks Solicitors

    4.9 926 Reviews

    75 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (33)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (20)Commercial Leases (19)

    11

    Howells Solicitors

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    4.9 1,664 Reviews

    16 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (7)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (4)

    What Development Services clients highlight

    • Professional service
    • Clear communication
    • Quick responses
    • Empathetic staff

    4.9 from 1,664 client reviews

    “Been very pleased with the handling of my sale by Joanna. She kept me updated throughout the whole process and was very efficient replying to emails. Been generally pleased with Howells as also used them for financial matters in my divorce proceedings handled superbly and efficiently by Danielle and have now instructed Joanna to deal with the purchase of my new property. The portal with all the relevant documentation is easy to access online.”
    A client review matching your search · about Danielle Mahyar
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily Law AdvancedMental Health
    12

    Wake Smith Solicitors Limited

    4.8 863 Reviews

    69 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (30)Commercial Leases (23)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (17)

    13

    Kieran Clarke Green Limited

    4.9 827 Reviews

    41 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (20)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (9)

    14

    Fishers Solicitors

    4.8 627 Reviews

    59 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (26)Finance (10)Commercial Leases (6)

    18

    Goddard Dunbar & Associates Ltd

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    4.8 758 Reviews

    27 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (20)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (9)

    Kelsey Jarvis-Dale Your solicitor Kelsey Jarvis-Dale Solicitor 3.7 from 3 client reviews
    “All the members of staff I have dealt with, especially Sam and Nicola have been outstanding; efficient, polite, professional and had great communication. Best Conveyancers I have used ( excellent fee as well). Would always recommend and use their services again. Many thanks”
    A client review matching your search · about Charlotte Lyle
    • Professional
    • Friendly staff
    • Responsive team
    Free initial advice
    19

    Taylor Emmet Limited Liability Partnership

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    4.9 1,279 Reviews

    103 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (74)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (39)Finance (3)

    Brandon Titterington Leads the Development Services team Brandon Titterington Head of Commercial Property
    Richard WhiteleyBryony ShawRebecca TsangJames Wong Works with Richard Whiteley and 3 more
    “Amazing service from Julie, Rachel and the team in conveyancing. Efficient, proactive and customer driven. Would highly recommend.”
    A client review matching your search · about Julie Munday
    • responsive
    • professional
    • helpful
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawFamily Law AdvancedChildren Law
    Free initial advice
    20

    Best Solicitors Limited

    4.7 898 Reviews

    41 Development Services reviews

    Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (17)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (8)Commercial mortgages (4)

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    We have ranked 133 law firms for Development Services in Derbyshire, listed in order on this page.

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