Well reputed for its CPO, infrastructure, and regeneration projects expertise, Dentons is frequently engaged in urban extensions. Roy Pinnock oversees the practice and is highly proficient in strategic land promotion and urban regeneration schemes, while Michele Vas is well-versed in energy and transport infrastructure matters. Lucy McDonnell and Chris Robinson handle compulsory purchases, Rachael Herbert is skilled at residential schemes, and Katie Scuoler covers s106 agreements. Melanie Blanchard has over two decades of experience in the space and excels in public sector projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team from Dentons have a ‘can do’ attitude, are responsive, and work in a partnership manner with my team. They are representing us on a large complicated site which requires strategic thinking and good communication skills between multiple parties.’
- ‘Dentons have a clear understanding of how we as a company operate and what our priorities and requirements are.'
- ‘Roy Pinnock has worked with us for years, he is always available and we feel prioritised. His knowledge and innovative approach to resolving issues puts him ahead of his competitors.’
- 'Roy Pinnock heads up the team. His advice is both legally astute, as well as commercially excellent.'
- ‘Their responsiveness and ability to distil the issues makes them standout. Michele Vas has been instrumental.'
- ‘Melanie Blanchard is an absolute superstar. She keeps the show on the road and is invaluable. I have been involved in a number of cases where if she wasn't involved, the whole process would have been so much more difficult and tiresome.'
- ‘Michele Vas was able to make herself available when necessary.'
Key clients
- Anschutz Sports Holdings Limited
- Marks and Spencer plc
- Sports Direct
- Places for People Developments Limited
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd
- South Cambridgeshire District Council
- Kier Ventures Limited
- Taylor Wimpey UK Limited
- Telereal Trillium
- Tide Construction
- Patrizia
- Regal London
- Royal Borough of Greenwich
- Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
- Chelmsford City Council
- Ascot House Maidenhead Limited
- John Lewis plc
- Huntingdonshire District Council
Work highlights
- Advising John Lewis on its commitment to build and operate new rental homes for communities, helping to address the need for new housing.
- Advising on the Gilston Park Estate proposal, including up to 8,500 homes and supporting infrastructure.
- Advising on M&S's application to redevelop its Marble Arch store.
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Practice head
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Roy Pinnock