Environment

James Maurici KC is a leading figure for matters involving climate change and marine environmental issues. He also advises clients on air quality, habitat and species protection, contaminated land and common law nuisance complaints.

"In environmental law, he is the best in the field. The work requires detailed knowledge of the law, and he is invaluable."

"James' level of professionalism, expertise and amazing eye for detail are second to none. As an advocate, he handles cases with perfect strategy and tactics."

"James is excellent. On public law matters in the environment area, I think that he is almost without parallel."

"James is very pragmatic and comes up with practical ideas. He is bright and conveys messages in a way that everyone understands. He's very hands-on and willing to get stuck in."

"He is very well respected and is going to be listened to carefully; that's why we go to him. James is clear, decisive, responsive and approachable. He ploughs through things efficiently."

David Elvin KC is well regarded for his work on planning, environmental and public law cases. He is noted for his strength on matters with an EU law element.

"We see him as the leading planning and environmental KC in the UK. He is enormously experienced and very good in court. He gives very clear, direct and strategic advice."

David Forsdick KC is sought out by government departments, councils, key environmental NGOs and regulators to advise on subjects such as contaminated land and mineral extraction. He has extensive advocacy experience, routinely appearing before the Court of Appeal.

"He produces good work and is good on the details."

Alex Shattock is a well-regarded junior specialising in environmental and public law. With a PhD in public law, he brings a strong academic background to his work, which often sees him representing NGOs in environmental challenges to governmental policy.

"Alex is brilliant. He's really quick at turning things out. His drafting is always very clear and sharp, and he is very easy to work with."

"Alex is an excellent, hard-working junior. He has provided a very high level of service."

"Alex is committed to the cause. He cares about the underlying issues. Technically, he is brilliant; he's always got the answer."

"Alex really goes the extra mile in terms of his commitment and dedication to the case. He is a real advocate for the client in every sense of the word and cannot be faulted in his dedication."

Gwion Lewis KC takes on environmental cases as part of a far-reaching practice that also extends to planning and public law. He is familiar with both domestic and EU regulations and has appeared in numerous public inquiries and judicial reviews.

"Gwion is an extremely experienced advocate who provides clear and concise advice. He has a full appreciation of the issues in hand and advises upon them. He's extremely approachable."

Heather Sargent is frequently instructed to appear in a range of cases and judicial reviews relating to all manner of environmental issues, from airport developments to conservation. She has notable expertise in permitting matters.

"Heather's advice and drafting was of the highest quality. Her advocacy was clear, concise and responsive to the nature of the matter. She was a pleasure to work with and secured an excellent result."

"She provides clear and commercial advice. She is a really strong barrister and a team player."

Sasha Blackmore is an accomplished public law junior with a comprehensive knowledge of environmental law. She has a wealth of experience in marine, fisheries and habitats issues and regularly acts for local authorities.

"She provides very good submissions and is very impressive when explaining complicated legal topics."

Richard Moules KC represents private developers, the government and other interest groups in planning and environmental law matters. His workload spans such varied subjects as renewable energy projects, air pollution and the protection of wild birds.

"Richard has an innate ability to distil complex problems into simple solutions, using terms that clients and courts will understand."

"He's very calm and has done some amazing cases. He's very knowledgeable about environmental law."

"Richard has provided invaluable assistance to us. He is a trusted advisor for us on anything environmental."

Richard Turney KC specialises in environmental and planning law. His varied practice includes waste enforcement work, noise nuisance cases and wildlife protection matters.

"Richard is an excellent counsel who demonstrates clarity of thought and delivery. He is strong but not belittling in his approach."

"He is a very accomplished advocate with good, all-round knowledge."