Environment
UK Guide 2025 : South West
Band 1
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0117 939 2000Chambers Review
Burges Salmon has a pre-eminent environment team with a full-service offering and outstanding regulatory credentials acting for a host of large corporates. The firm has broad sector expertise, from energy and natural resources to education. The team is equipped to advise on water and flooding issues, nuclear schemes and chemicals, among other matters. The lawyers offer further strength in air quality and noise nuisance disputes.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised the Canal & River Trust on issues regarding abstraction licences.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Burges Salmon has excellent knowledge and experience. We go to the firm for its in-depth knowledge."
"Burges Salmon' solicitors are excellent strategic thinkers and they add true value."
"Burges Salmon provides excellent output. It is nice to deal with and has a sense of humour when necessary."
"Burges Salmon has excellent knowledge and experience. We go to the firm for its in-depth knowledge."
"Burges Salmon' solicitors are excellent strategic thinkers and they add true value."
"Burges Salmon provides excellent output. It is nice to deal with and has a sense of humour when necessary."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Barlow specialises in environmental litigation. He frequently represents public and private sector clients facing potential criminal prosecution, as well as in regulatory disputes with the Environment Agency. He has particular expertise in areas such as energy efficiency, contaminated land and environmental permitting.
"Michael Barlow understands the breadth and complexity of our business."
"Michael Barlow is a brilliant environmental lawyer who always adds value. He is a great litigation strategist and has a cool pair of hands."
"Michael Barlow provides clear and concise advice."
Ross Fairley is particularly focused on advising clients in the energy and utilities sectors. He has notable expertise in issues relating to site decommissioning, including contaminated land claims, environmental liability and water rights.
"Ross Fairley is a fantastic partner. He is courteous, hardworking and engaging."
"Ross Fairley has a great knowledge of the regulatory framework."
Ian Salter's expertise in matters relating to nuclear power is well known within the market. He routinely advises clients on issues related to site decommissioning and clean-up along with newbuilds and waste disposal.
"Ian Salter is a true leader in the field."
Sarah Sackville Hamilton is growing her environmental practice, assisting with significant mandates involving areas such as waste disposal, ESG and EU environmental regulations. She advises corporate clients across a broad range of sectors.
"Sarah Sackville Hamilton is brilliant all-round."
Ranked Lawyers at
Burges Salmon LLP
South West