Environment

Christopher Badger is an eminent junior who is very well versed in the parameters of environmental regulations. He advises the Environment Agency as well as corporations and individuals.

"He is very, very good at defending and has lots of experience. He's conscientious, diligent and incredibly well prepared. He is responsive and easy to work with."

"Christopher immerses himself in this area, so his advice is impeccable. He is our go-to junior for all environmental matters as he has a successful track record of obtaining the best possible result."

Mark Harris is highly regarded for his advice on regulatory matters in environmental and health and safety law. He has in-depth knowledge of cases concerning water, waste and the cross-border shipment of radioactive substances. He acts both for and against the Environment Agency.

"Mark does lots of environment work and is very impressive."

Richard Banwell acts for and against the regulator on a multitude of claims, concerning matters such as water management, waste disposal, renewable energy and permit revocations. He provides counsel for industry professionals, regulators and local authorities.

"Richard is brilliant at getting to grips with complex and detailed information and legal points. He provides clear and easily digestible advice for his clients."

"Richard was knowledgeable. He handled technical information well and demonstrated the ability to think of innovative strategies."

"Richard brings a lot of experience and practical knowledge to bear. He's really good with his approach and tactics, as well as with the technical issues. He looks at things from multiple angles."

Stephen Hockman KC is a leading silk who is routinely instructed by corporate entities, individuals and regulators. He advises both claimants and defendants on pollution cases, challenges to environmental decisions and environmental cases in the common law courts.

"Stephen is absolutely top flight. He is the go-to person for anything difficult; I wouldn't choose anyone else in an environmental context. He is very well regarded for a reason."

Mark Watson KC is well respected as a prosecution and defence barrister handling cases concerning pollution, waste deposits and nuisances of various kinds. He acts for and against the Environment Agency and local authorities.

"He's a phenomenal barrister. He is really insightful and very driven and it's a pleasure to see him in court."

"Mark takes a very considered and measured approach. He's great on his feet."

"We have been very impressed with his handling and control of the matter."

Nicholas Ostrowski impresses with his experience of difficult and high-profile work relating to water use, pollution, waste disposal and other issues, whether in prosecutions, inquiries or civil litigation. He is often instructed by the Environment Agency or local authorities.

"He is someone who is very good at explaining difficult situations and concepts to commercial clients, in a way that makes commercial sense."

"Nicholas is a bright, hard-working and commercially astute junior. He has an easy-going and charming manner. He is very good with clients."

"He has comprehensive and well-researched responses to arguments."

William Upton KC has a strong reputation for advising clients from both the public and private sectors on environmental and planning law. He has tackled a range of complex cases relating to such topics as flood damage, noise nuisance, contaminated land and waste management.

"He's very good at responding to urgent requests for advice. He provides solid advice and is up to the minute regarding the latest developments. He's a reliable go-to person for environmental matters."

David Hercock is a regulatory and administrative law specialist who manages a busy cross-over practice centred on health and safety, environmental and consumer-related cases. He has acted in a wide array of prosecutions, judicial reviews and appeals.

"I have found David to be thorough and meticulous in his advice. He is extremely capable and cogent when delivering this advice in person."

"David provides an outstanding service and attention to detail."

"He has a brain the size of a planet."

"He is very good on technical arguments and has good attention to detail for things that may not be immediately noticeable. He is very easy to work with and very good on his feet."

"David is very technically competent and very detailed. He has a great ability to pick up on more unfamiliar issues."