Planning
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
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Gowling WLG's planning team has an impressive client list that includes local authorities and a number of large developers. It is well-versed in compulsory purchase, and regularly advises on a range of issues related to development schemes. The team also handles contentious planning matters, including appeals, litigation and judicial review work.
Work Highlights
- Gowling WLG advised the London Borough of Barnet on the Brent Cross Cricklewood scheme, a multi-billion pound regeneration project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gowling has good experience and is a go-to firm for particularly complex scenarios. It is very efficient, organised and reliable."
"The firm provides a comprehensive and full service on complex and multi-faceted projects."
"Gowling has good experience and is a go-to firm for particularly complex scenarios. It is very efficient, organised and reliable."
"The firm provides a comprehensive and full service on complex and multi-faceted projects."
Notable Practitioners
Vicky Fowler has a particular flair for regeneration projects and planning matters that relate to compulsory purchase, and is often called upon to represent London's local government and other public sector bodies in their planning applications. Her recent work includes residential and mixed-use developments.
"Vicky provides reliable and efficient advice every time. She's very personable and takes the time to thoroughly understand the commercial complexities of the topics or business she's supporting."
"She is an experienced and accomplished solicitor who has a calm approach, even in critical moments."
"Vicky is a strong planning legal advisor who works collaboratively as part of a team to drive project and commercial success."
Ben Stansfield has experience in real estate developments and infrastructure projects. He engages in a range of work, including compulsory purchase matters and representing clients at public inquiries. He is well-versed in environmental law, acting for clients in industries such as energy and waste management.
"He is enormously knowledgeable and very commercial, always understanding of what clients need and want. He is blazing a trail in environmental law, sustainability and climate change."