What is the average salary for a planning solicitor in Staffordshire?

A newly qualified planning solicitor in Staffordshire earns around £50,000 at a mid-size firm. At 4–5 PQE, average salaries rise to around £68,000.

Planning Jobs in Staffordshire

There are 6 firms practising planning law with an office in Staffordshire, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 2 boutique or high street, 2 mid-size, and 2 large.

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Salary Benchmarks

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

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£47,000

£37,500 – £56,500

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£62,500

£49,500 – £76,000

Senior (8–15 PQE)£83,500

£65,000 – £109,500

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£50,000

£42,000 – £60,500

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£68,000

£55,500 – £81,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£94,000

£73,000 – £123,500

Non-qualified roles

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

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£25,500

£24,000 – £27,500

3–5 years£29,000

£26,500 – £32,000

5+ years£31,500

£28,500 – £35,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£24,500

£23,500 – £26,000

3–5 years£26,000

£24,500 – £28,000

5+ years£28,000

£25,500 – £31,500

Planning Firms in Staffordshire

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

A F Brooks & Company

Stoke-on-trent

Albright Kendrick Law Limited

Stoke-on-trent

Astle Paterson Limited

Burton-on-trent

Excello Law Limited

Also known as 458 Law, Lowry Legal, Livida Legal, Dba Law, Ocean Legal, Elevate Legal, Three Points Law, G&g Law, Preston Law, Cargo Law, Ionic Legal

Newcastle Under Lyme

Knights Professional Services Limited

Also known as Cl Medilaw, Integrar, Knights

Newcastle-under-lyme

Timms

Burton on Trent

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many planning law firms are there in Staffordshire?

There are 6 firms practising planning law with an office in Staffordshire on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

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

Newly qualified planning solicitors in Staffordshire typically earn between £42,000 and £60,500, with a mid-point around £50,000. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £55,500 to £81,500.

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.