Agriculture & Rural Affairs

Ashley Bowes is a well-regarded planning practitioner with expertise in agricultural matters. He is frequently instructed in village green and commons disputes. He also has expertise in farm diversification matters, including the development and use of land.

"Ashley brings true brilliance and is a planning maestro."

David Elvin KC specialises in judicial reviews involving planning, infrastructure and property. He represents public bodies and private clients in contentious and non-contentious administrative law matters. He is well known for his handling of public inquiries relating to planning and development.

"He's a top guy."

"David is a strong advocate with a full knowledge of planning law and environment law."

Gwion Lewis KC is a planning and environment, public law and EU law specialist with an impressive rural practice. He is often instructed by public sector bodies and environmental NGOs in cases pertaining to international environmental law.

"Gwion is an extremely experienced advocate who provides clear and concise advice, has full appreciation of the issue in hand and is extremely approachable."

Timothy Morshead KC is a notable litigator specialising in real property and tenancy disputes, town and village green issues and other planning matters. In addition to appearing at all levels of court, he regularly acts in arbitrations and as a mediator.

"Tim is excellent, with a very good commercial approach."