Michael Hida-Stringer is a Senior Paralegal specialising in residential development, supporting housebuilders and developers on a broad range of transactions.
Michael has experience acting on a variety of development matters, including site set-up, plot sales and title due diligence. He works closely with clients to ensure transactions progress efficiently, providing clear and pragmatic advice. His structured approach and attention to detail enable him to manage large plot sales programmes with consistency and accuracy.
Michael graduated from the University of East Anglia with a law degree before completing the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law. He qualified as a CILEX Lawyer in May 2026.
Recent work highlights
Led on the management of plot sales for on numerous residential developments, overseeing and preparing contract documentation, dealing with enquiries and ensuring deadlines were met. Supported the client in achieving consistent completions across developments.
Worked on the legal set-up of a residential development site, including preparing documentation required for plot disposals and liaising with internal teams.
Advised a developer client on a part exchange transaction as part of a residential development sale, including reviewing title to the existing property and progressing the related acquisition alongside the plot sale. Worked to tight deadlines to ensure alignment between both transactions, helping the client manage risk.
Experience & education
2026 CILEX Lawyer admission
2021 Joined Birketts LLP
2020 – 2021 LPC course, University of Law