Planning Jobs in Essex

There are 8 firms practising planning law with an office in Essex, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 1 boutique or high street, 2 mid-size, and 5 large.

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Based on LawBoard market benchmarking data for Essex. These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£49,500
£39,500 – £59,500
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£66,000
£52,500 – £80,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£88,000
£68,000 – £115,500

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£53,000
£44,000 – £64,000
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£71,500
£58,500 – £86,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£99,000
£77,000 – £130,000

Non-qualified roles

These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£27,000
£25,500 – £29,000
3–5 years£30,500
£28,000 – £33,500
5+ years£33,000
£30,000 – £37,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£25,500
£24,500 – £27,000
3–5 years£27,500
£25,500 – £29,500
5+ years£29,500
£27,000 – £33,000

Planning Firms in Essex

These firms are registered with the SRA for planning in Essex. Listings are based on regulatory data, not advertising.

A

Attwaters Solicitors LLP

Loughton

B

Birketts LLP

Chelmsford

D

Dadds LLP

Billericay

G

Geldards LLP

Chelmsford

H

Holmes & Hills LLP

Also known as Blackwater Law

Colchester

J

Jefferies Essex LLP

Also known as Jefferies, Essex Personal Injury Lawyers

Chelmsford

K

Knights Professional Services Limited

Also known as Cl Medilaw, Integrar, Knights

Colchester

R

Roythornes LLP

Colchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many planning law firms are there in Essex?

There are 8 firms practising planning law with an office in Essex on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a planning solicitor in Essex?

Newly qualified planning solicitors in Essex typically earn between £44,000 and £64,000, with a mid-point around £53,000. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £58,500 to £86,000.

Where does LawBoard firm data come from?

Firm listings are sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, which lists all authorised law firms in England and Wales. Data is updated periodically.

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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.