Development

We work with commercial and residential developers across the UK to keep development projects moving. Our team has helped to unlock schemes ranging high profile multi-million pound central-London developments, to local residential schemes. Whether you’re assembling a site, dealing with tenants, or facing unexpected legal challenges, we’re here to work as an integral part of your team and on budget.

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Development

Issues with site acquisition or sale

We help resolve disputes that arise when buying or selling land for development. That includes contract interpretation, exercising option agreements, ransom strips, price determination, resolving overage issues, and more.

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Vacant possession and site clearance

We act swiftly to secure vacant possession from existing tenants or other occupiers successfully. Our extensive experience covers everything from single units to large-scale, multi-tenant sites.

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Development site assembly issues

We help you navigate complex issues like boundary disputes, rights of way, and restrictive covenants that can delay progress.

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Other development-related disputes

From party wall procedures to rights to light, we’ve seen it all. If a neighbouring development is causing you trouble, or your scheme’s facing a challenge, we’ll help protect your position.

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Questions we’re often asked

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What recent development clients have you worked with?

We support everything from major urban redevelopments to regional residential schemes. Our recent development clients include Clarion Housing and AXA Investment Management.

How do you ensure that your involvement stays on budget?

We agree staged budgets upfront and look to offer a range of pricing options which are tailored to you and best suit your needs. That way, you stay in control and avoid surprises.

What makes your team different?

We combine big-firm experience with personal service. We take the time to really get to know our development clients and to understand their needs, so that we can deliver the solutions required. We’re commercially minded, solutions-focused, and easy to work with.

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Willingness to advise but also escalate or share with other partners with experience in the role. Very straightforward and easy to deal with.

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Strong understanding of issues and clear guidance.

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Trusted by organisations, families and professionals across the UK

Luke Maidens, Paul Sagar, and the team offer a fantastic service to their clients in the way they conduct themselves and the sound advice they offer when a matter reaches the litigation stages. They offer a professional and personal service that exceeds their clients' expectations. They are a pleasure to work with.

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I work with both the transactional and litigation teams at Blacks on a regular basis. They are able to explain complex legal technicalities so as to be wholly understood by a non-legal person. They are clear, concise, and very efficient at reaching a positive outcome.

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They are easy to talk to, give solid advice, and show care for the client

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The advice is clear and concise, breaking down complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand advice.

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Trusted by organisations, families and professionals across the UK

Luke Maidens has been particularly helpful, providing clear advice, timely responses, and a calm, considered approach to managing the matter. Their support has given us confidence in the legal position and the steps being taken.

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We have particularly valued their ability to provide balanced advice, setting out both the legal position and the practical risks involved. They are proactive in moving matters forward and are good at identifying sensible options for resolution.

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The individuals we have worked with have stood out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and practical approach. They are approachable, clear in their communication, and able to explain legal issues in a way that is easy to understand and apply in a commercial context.

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Trusted by organisations, families and professionals across the UK

In comparison with other firms, Blacks stand out for their accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to provide advice that is both legally sound and commercially sensible. They provide confidence that matters are being handled properly while remaining easy to work with.

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Associate Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Partner and Head of Real Estate Litigation

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