Planning Law

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What is the Planning Law Accreditation Scheme?

The Planning Law Accreditation Scheme covers all work undertaken by solicitors and suitably qualified Fellows of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) arising out of the processes of obtaining planning permission for the erection or change of use of buildings.

It covers all aspects of the work involved, including negotiations, disputes and appeals.

Further details can be found in our Planning Law Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 74kb].

Who's a member?

To view all current members of our Planning Law Accreditation Scheme download a list of members [PDF, 67kb], this list is updated each month. Members of the public can also search accredited members through our accreditation site search.

How do I apply?

The general scheme application criteria and guidance [PDF, 121kb] is applicable to all Law Society accreditation schemes and should be read before starting the application process.

In order to complete the application process for the Planning Law Accreditation Scheme, please follow the steps below:

1. Read the Planning Law Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 74kb]
2. Download and complete the following forms:
   • Section 1 - about your firm [Word, 75kb]
   • Section 2 - about you [Word, 67kb]
3. Download and complete the appropriate Section 3:
   • Section 3 - initial application [Word, 122kb]
   • Section 3 - re-accreditation [Word, 11kb]
4. Check the Law Society Accreditation Scheme fee schedule [PDF, 66kb] for fee information.
5. Print, sign and post forms with the appropriate fee to the address below.

Completed forms should be sent to:

Law Society Operations Admin
The Law Society
113 Chancery lane
London
WC2A 1PL

DX 56 London Chancery Lane