England - London • Real estate
Freeths LLP
The planning team at Freeths LLP regularly advises clients on large-scale developments and infrastructure projects. The department has also developed specialist expertise in minerals planning, in addition to its experience with highway and public right of way issues. Practice head Robert Bruce ‘stands out’ for his ’wealth of experience’ in planning matters and his ability to ‘think outside the box’.
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Testimonials
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'Knowledge and professionalism in the planning field are excellent. They have knowledge of local government planning law.’
‘One of the few legal practices that has a dedicated team of planners attached to the team. This gives Freeths an advantage over others because of the collaboration with their expert planning practitioners. It has the capability to provide the entire service in house.’
‘Robert Bruce is engaging and has a wealth of experience. He challenges clients and is realistic about their chances.'
'Robert Bruce values other people's opinions and is very respectful; he knows there is often more than one solution to a problem. His greatest attribute is to think outside the box and raise issues no one has even started to consider.’
‘The team has experience, expertise, and enthusiasm.’
‘Robert Bruce stands out. He thinks outside the box and always has the client's aims in mind.’
‘The team is extremely capable and very supportive. It is viewed by staff as giving good advice and turning matters around quickly.’
‘Robert Bruce is very knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile.’
Key clients
- Central Bedfordshire Council
- City of Lincoln Council
- Royal Borough of Greenwich
- Aldi Stores Limited
- Cumbria County Council
- Runnymede Borough Council
- Tarmac Trading Limited
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Robert Bruce, Mark Harris, Paul Brailsford, Penny Simpson