235 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (107)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (54)Commercial mortgages (14)
Compare the best Development Services solicitors and lawyers in Yorkshire Dales, ranked by verified client reviews: 54 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.
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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.
235 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (107)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (54)Commercial mortgages (14)
95 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (42)Commercial Leases (13)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (12)
108 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (50)Commercial Leases (18)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (16)
Leads the Development Services team
Craig Williams
Executive Director and Head of Corporate & Commercial


Works with Allan Stewart and 2 more
“Anna and Annette were excellent throughout the whole process of buying and selling. Would highly recommend walker foster because of the service they provided ”
50 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (22)Commercial Leases (10)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (8)
46 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (19)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (9)Commercial Leases (6)
Leads the Development Services team
Ben Green
Partner
Works with Ian Gibson
“I have used this company for my Will, a few years ago, and recently for 3 personal property transactions. After poor experiences elsewhere, I really value the care and attention to detail and professional manner that I have experienced with Hewitts, Stockton. I would not go anywhere else now. Thank you. ”
83 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (33)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (12)Commercial mortgages (8)
45 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (28)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (9)Commercial Leases (4)
29 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (17)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (10)
Your solicitor
Alister Jones
Solicitor & Head of Property Team
“Sarah made our conveyancing experience completely stress-free. She explained every step clearly, paid close attention to every detail, and ensured the whole process ran smoothly. We felt fully supported from start to finish and would highly recommend Sarah for her professionalism, expertise, and approachable nature. Thank you for making what could have been a stressful process so straightforward and reassuring.”
16 Development Services reviews
6 Development Services reviews
Leads the Development Services team
Rebecca Smith
Partner

Works with Matt Seldon and 1 more
“Rebecca Smith provided Excellent legal advice all the way through the legal process and was very approachable. Very efficient and completed all the work very quickly and accurately. First time using her but will not hesitate to use again”
6 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (3)
6 Development Services reviews
9 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (5)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (4)
What Development Services clients highlight
“Libby was brilliant throughout our selling & buying process, she was efficient, helpful, understood our needs for the length of the process, assisted us when we were unsure. I would not hesitate to use Libby & BHP again as all staff were helpful.”
2 Development Services reviews
1 Development Services review
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29 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (18)Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises (6)
6 Development Services reviews
Reviewed for Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property (4)
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We have ranked 54 law firms for Development Services in Yorkshire Dales, listed in order on this page.