Environment
UK Guide 2025 : The North
Band 3
Contact number
+44 161 236 2002About
Provided by Clyde & Co LLP
Clyde and Co has one of the largest and capable specialist environmental teams in the country, providing unrivalled expertise on a truly nationwide basis.
The team is trusted by leading global insurers, FTSE 100 companies, privately owned commercial organisations and well-known household names to advise on contentious matters (criminal and civil) as well as providing upstream compliance advice.
We provide a 24/7 rapid response service and swift presence on site to ensure clients are in the best position to withstand robust investigations. This maximises the chances of the best outcome in court at the same time as supporting the resilience and recovery of a business following an incident. We are one of only a handful of firms with true expertise in proactive advisory work.
We are trusted by our clients to advise on their most serious, high profile and sensitive matters, and are routinely instructed in some of the UK’s largest and most significant environmental cases.
The well-recognised and extensive client base that the department services is testament to the high level of client service, commercial approach and responsiveness our team is renowned for.
Our reputation and expertise is well recognised for thought leadership initiatives regarding topical developments, having been involved in a number of industry group seminars and webinars. We are also active members at the Chartered Institute of Waste Management, UK Environmental Lawyers and the Environmental Services Associations.
Chambers Review
Clyde & Co offers particular expertise in contentious environmental matters, including criminal and civil actions, as well as advising on permit compliance. The team regularly undertakes waste, water and air pollution and contaminated land matters. It often acts for corporates, recycling businesses, energy companies and public sector organisations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Clyde & Co has never left us waiting for answers long. It is always responsive and helpful."
"Clyde & Co understands our business and tailors the legal advice into that operational environment."
"The distinguishing feature of Clyde & Co is that it works very hard. Its preparation is incredible."
"Clyde & Co has never left us waiting for answers long. It is always responsive and helpful."
"Clyde & Co understands our business and tailors the legal advice into that operational environment."
"The distinguishing feature of Clyde & Co is that it works very hard. Its preparation is incredible."
Notable Practitioners
Rod Hunt has extensive experience defending environmental prosecution claims of all kinds. He regularly assists with inquiries, investigations and enforcement actions arising out of breaches of environmental regulations.
"Rod Hunt is a very calm and understanding lawyer. He knows when to fight and knows when to sit tight."
"Rod is a trusted advisor. You know you will get very straight-talking advice from him."
"Rod Hunt is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise."