One of the Midlands’ leading planning lawyers has joined Knights in Birmingham as the business continues its growth.

Stuart Tym brings a wealth of planning experience – with expertise in development work for both housing and commercial clients as well working regularly on planning breaches and enforcement instructions.

Stuart has worked for housebuilders and developers across the Midlands and the rest of the UK and has strong relationships with planning authorities, developers and investment funds. 

He brings those connections and knowledge to Knights’ Birmingham office – complementing the team’s real estate experts and working alongside a team of town planners and specialist planning lawyers. 

Stuart Tym, Planning Partner at Knights, said: 

“I’m excited to be a part of the growth at Knights and look forward to growing the development practice across the region.”

Stuart joins Knights as the business gets ready for further growth across the Midlands and the rest of the country. 

Jess Neyt, Knights’ Client Services Director in Birmingham, said: 

“Stuart’s arrival makes us even stronger here in Birmingham – adding expertise that allows us to offer even better client service quickly and effectively. 

“We’ve set out plans for growth and Stuart is the latest new face helping us to deliver on that ambition. 

“We’re not slowing down. We want even more talent to join our team, so get in touch if you want to join an exciting, growing business with a national team of professionals.” 

Knights is one of the fastest-growing professional services businesses in the UK.

With 25 offices nationwide, Knights is ranked within the top 50 UK law firms by revenue – with specialists providing multiple services to business clients alongside premium advisory services to private individuals.

The business team in Birmingham are based in Victoria Square.