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Planning & Environment - Midlands

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Browne Jacobson is highly regarded for its expertise in both contentious and non-contentious environmental law. The firm is frequently engaged by corporate clients and public agencies, providing advice on regulatory responsibilities, and representing clients in prosecutions and enforcements. The team also offers niche expertise in protected species and conservation issues. Additionally, Browne Jacobson is known for advising environmental groups and local authorities, specialising in major development proposals within the housing and logistics sectors, and handling compulsory purchase matters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Richard Barlow
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Richard Barlow
1
Band 1

Richard Barlow advises a range of public and private sector clients on regulatory requirements pertaining to chemicals, habitat preservation and flood prevention. He also advises on contaminated land claims and environment issues in the marine and renewable energy sectors.

Richard Barlow has deep knowledge on anything biodiversity and ecology.

Ben Standing
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Ben Standing
3
Band 3

Ben Standing is recommended for his experience advising on complex infrastructure projects, residential and mixed-use developments, and Section 106 agreements.

Will Thomas
U
Will Thomas
U
Up and Coming

Will Thomas is lauded by clients for his advice on complex planning matters. His expertise includes DCO challenges, major redevelopment projects and mixed-use housebuilding. He frequently represents local authorities and private developers in high-value mandates.

Will manages cases well in a balanced manner to explain and address potential risk and commercial impacts.

Will Thomas heads up their planning offering in the Midlands and is well known for his grasp of complex matters and affability.

Ranked Lawyers at
Browne Jacobson LLP

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Planning & Environment

Richard Barlow
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Richard Barlow
1
Band 1
Ben Standing
3
Ben Standing
3
Band 3
Will Thomas
U
Will Thomas
U
Up and Coming