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Strategic land development for long-term value
Our projects and infrastructure team is at the forefront of high-value land development, with a particular focus on the disposal of land requiring substantial infrastructure investment – transport links, drainage, utilities, and other essential services. These are essential to unlocking land potential and delivering tangible value to landowning families.
We offer a seamless, expert-led service to landowners, helping clients plan for and realise the full potential of their land. Acting as trusted advisors, we are often the sole point of contact for landowners, families, and their representatives, providing consistent support and guidance throughout the lifecycle of a project.
Our team offers more than just legal expertise – we bring deep local understanding, built through long-standing relationships and a genuine connection to the communities we serve. We invest the time to understand each client’s priorities, legacy ambitions, and wealth management objectives, shaping a tailored disposal strategy that reflects both financial and emotional considerations.
Promoters are key collaborators in many of the schemes we support. Our extensive experience in working with promoters allows us to secure terms that are fair, balanced and, most importantly, designed to protect the interests of the landowner. We maintain control on our clients’ behalf through carefully structured promotion agreements.
From early planning through to final disposal, we coordinate with land agents, legal planners, and development stakeholders to deliver clear, competitive outcomes. Our strength lies in transforming land into lasting opportunity – delivering strategic collaboration and practical legal solutions every step of the way.
Specialising in Projects and Infrastructure law
Promotion and option agreements
We advise landowners on the negotiation and structuring of promotion and option agreements, ensuring fair terms, ongoing control, and alignment with long-term family and financial objectives.
Strategic disposal planning
Our team helps clients develop and implement tailored disposal strategies, maximising land value through careful timing, market positioning, and coordination with professional advisors and development partners.
Infrastructure and development agreements
We guide landowners through the legal complexities of infrastructure delivery – drafting and negotiating agreements for roads, drainage, utilities, and more to unlock the potential of their land.
Landowner collaboration and joint ventures
Where neighbouring land interests are involved, we structure collaborative arrangements that protect individual ownership while enhancing value through unified planning and development strategies.
Why choose Shakespeare Martineau?
- Our team offer prompt and professional service, whether through in-person meetings or virtual consultations, you can trust that our advice will be timely and professional, helping you feel confident in your legal matters, every step of the way
- We provide advice that is not only pragmatic and quick but also easy to understand. Every lawyer in our firm is approachable, helpful, and committed to offering reliable legal solutions, making the process straightforward for clients
- Our clear and easily understandable approach has kept clients coming back for years, knowing they can depend on us for comprehensive legal support time and time again
- Our clients regularly highlight the exceptional expertise and professionalism of our lawyers. Our team cares deeply about every aspect of your case, ensuring you receive a thorough and attentive service
Early Strategic Engagement for Maximum Landowner Value
Where others may only become involved at the point of sale, we bring value from the very beginning. Our early engagement allows us to shape the strategic direction, build trusted relationships, and ensure that landowners are positioned for maximum long-term benefit.
Integrated Full-Service Legal Advice for Comprehensive Solutions
As a full-service law firm, we’re able to provide joined-up, well-rounded advice. This integrated approach means we consider every angle – from family succession planning to infrastructure delivery, ensuring no opportunity or risk is overlooked.
Legal 500-Ranked Real Estate Experts with Proven Sector Insight
Ranked by Legal 500 for our work in real estate, our team is known for its deep sector knowledge and commercial insight. We’re relied upon by landowners for our ability to manage complex legal frameworks and deliver results on high-value land development projects.
Tailored Land Strategies Aligned with Legacy and Personal Goals
Every parcel of land is different. We take the time to understand our client’s legacy goals, tax considerations, and personal motivations.
Meet our Projects and Infrastructure team
Stephen Lane
Legal Director
Amy Jones
Site Set Up Executive
Caroline Conacher
Senior Conveyancing Executive
Claire Jobbins
Senior Conveyancing Executive
Clare Seel
Senior Paralegal
Jodie Simkins
Senior Conveyancing Executive
Sab Dhillon
Senior Paralegal
Susan Ward
Senior Conveyancing Executive
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Our commitment to sustainability and social impact
We are an accredited B Corporation that is committed to driving positive change in our communities, minimising our impact on the environment, and ensuring an all inclusive diverse and supportive culture for our people.
Wherever you are on your journey, our Projects and Infrastructure specialists are here to answer any questions you might have
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