Environment & Planning - Australia
What the team is known for
Maddocks fields notable expertise in relation to environmental law, including on matters involving land contamination and the environmental aspects of resources projects. The team is able to assist clients on both contentious and advisory mandates. Maddocks is frequently engaged by local councils as well as other government clients. Its key clients include Airservices Australia, Victoria Planning Authority and Transport for New South Wales.
Strengths
"Maddocks are a capable team with extensive knowledge, experience and credibility."
"They have an excellent understanding of government processes and needs."
Work highlights
Maddocks advised Parramatta City Council on the acquisition by Sydney Metro of a large parcel of land in the Parramatta CBD from the counsel, resulting in a large compensation claim.
Notable practitioners
Patrick Ibbotson is based in Sydney and is highly regarded for his expertise in contamination and environmental regulatory compliance issues, receiving regular instructions from government entities at Commonwealth, state and local levels. "He's a strategic thinker and hard-working, with a strong administrative law and planning law background."
