Agriculture & Rural Affairs

Ashley Bowes is a well-regarded planning practitioner with expertise in agricultural matters. He is frequently instructed in village green and commons disputes. He also has expertise in farm diversification matters, including the development and use of land.

David Elvin KC specialises in judicial reviews involving planning, infrastructure and property. He represents public bodies and private clients in contentious and non-contentious administrative law matters. He is well known for his handling of public inquiries relating to planning and development.

Gwion Lewis KC is a planning and environment, public law and EU law specialist with an impressive rural practice. He is often instructed by public sector bodies and environmental NGOs in cases pertaining to international environmental law.

James Maurici KC is an accomplished and experienced silk well versed with regards to the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, shooting rights and planning matters. He often advises landowners and public bodies.

Tim Buley KC is a well-reputed public and regulatory law specialist who is adept at handling complex cases. These include matters relating to village greens, EU agricultural subsidies and environmental constraints.

Timothy Morshead KC is a notable litigator specialising in real property and tenancy disputes, town and village green issues and other planning matters. In addition to appearing at all levels of court, he regularly acts in arbitrations and as a mediator.