Sophie Stewart
DLA PiperAdvising on development and infrastructure projects is a significant aspect of DLA Piper UK LLP's planning and environment practice in Manchester. The team routinely leverages its national network to assist with a range of high-value mandates. Sophie Stewart is noted for her standout expertise in compulsory purchase matters, as well as highways, infrastructure and development projects.
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Testimonials
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‘Expertise and know-how on large projects with detailed, pragmatic advice. Hands-on advice to help with critical business projects and a track-record of success.’
‘Sophie Stewart has proved invaluable on several occasions, with her exceptional legal knowledge and intuitive strategy advice in relation to CPOs. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sophie to anybody about to embark on the CPO process.’
‘Knowledgeable in their field specialism.’
‘Very approachable and knowledgeable as a team.’
Key clients
- Halton Borough Council
- Liverpool Football Club and Athletic Grounds Limited
- Downing Group
- HS2 Limited
- Cheshire West and Chester Council
- National Grid Gas Transmission plc
- National Grid Electricity Transmission plc
- London Borough of Newham
- Velindre NHS Trust
- National Highways
- Elan Homes Limited
- Ares Management
- Focus Capital
- Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Picton
- St James Place
- Heineken
- Amazon
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.