Rebecca Daniels
K&L Gates LLPK&L Gates LLP has a considerable workload, notably handling infrastructure delivery issues, redevelopments, and regenerations. Recommended for his ‘unmatched knowledge of planning law and legislation’, Feroze Abbas leads the practice and is experienced in public sector matters. Rebecca Daniels is knowledgeable in infrastructure agreements, judicial reviews, and land appeals.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team are excellent, they offer clear and accurate advice, are diligent in their work, and are true advocates for the sector. They take time to understand the nuanced needs of the client which leads to excellent results. They are adaptive to the needs of the specific project which is valuable.'
- 'They are able to advise on complex planning matters, s106 drafting, as well as risks and issues to the client. Moreover they provide an 'onward' view on implications of decisions made in the event of land sale. They are able to advise on complex planning matters linked to sites with multiple land owners, representing their clients best interests.'
- 'I enjoy working with them and would recommend them to clients. They are team players who work well in a wider team to provide a joined up solution and strategy to a client. They are always available and able to turn advice and drafting around promptly.'
- 'They are commercially aware and always looking ahead in terms of the practicality of S106 drafting.'
- 'With wide experience in all aspects of planning law, as well as public sector practice, I've consistently been very satisfied with the service and quality of work.’
- ‘Feroze Abbas has unmatched knowledge of planning law and legislation. He has taken the time to understand the needs of the client to secure significant benefits.'
- ‘I've worked with Feroze Abbas and K&L Gates for several years, I have found them to be an excellent law firm to work with. As a public sector client, I place significant trust in external organisations to help deliver our statutory duties. K&L have always exceeded my expectations in this regard.'
- ‘Feroze Abbas has been my key contact and has always been on hand to provide excellent advice and deliver sound drafting of legal documents. Feroze having direct public sector experience helps as his unique understanding of the practicalities of local government is really useful, particularly when relaying particulars of decision making approvals and standing orders to other parties.’
Key clients
- Avanton
- Coty Inc
- Elysian Residences
- London Borough of Hounslow
- London Borough of Bromley
- London Newcastle
- LRC Group
- Nuveen Real Estate
- Patrizia AG
- Workspace Group PLC
Work highlights
- Advising the London Borough of Hounslow on the negotiation of s106 agreements on multiple development sites.
- Advised Workspace Group PLC on the re-development of the Chocolate Factory in Wood Green.
- Advised Avanton on its strategic Old Kent Road (OKR) project.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
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Feroze Abbas