UK Bar
Agriculture & Rural Affairs - London (Bar)
George Laurence KC is a public law and real property silk with a sterling reputation. His caseload includes issues of contested access, often over unusual types of land, such as railway lines and riverbanks. Sources recognise his long-standing experience handling very complex rights of way issues.
Strengths
"He is a commanding presence on his feet, but will put his wellies on to understand the intricacies of a problem by getting out into the field, which gives him a lot of credibility with clients."
"His knowledge on rights of way is phenomenal."
Chancery: Traditional - London (Bar)
George Laurence KC is regularly trusted with potentially law defining cases. He is especially well known for rights of way and village green cases.
Strengths
"A very strong advocate, who is kind, decent and knowledgeable."
Real Estate Litigation - London (Bar)
George Laurence KC of New Square Chambers handles a range of real property law issues but is particularly highly regarded for his work on rights of way and village greens. He has also acted on cases concerning rights of navigation.
Strengths
"George is very knowledgeable."
Local Government - London (Bar)
George Laurence KC of New Square Chambers is a well-regarded silk who is noted for his expertise in cases involving novel points of law. He draws significant praise for his handling of cases concerning village greens and public rights of way.He is regularly instructed to act on behalf of the public, landowners and local authorities.
Strengths
"George is a very strong and knowledgeable barrister."
