Environment

David Wolfe KC is an experienced silk with wide-ranging environmental expertise who has appeared in numerous cases involving public law decision-making. His representation of claimants is particularly respected and he has recently been involved in matters concerning climate change and pollution.

"He's brilliant on his feet and prepares forensically. He's the most skilful lawyer and has a really deep understanding of what the client wants to achieve."

"David is incredibly efficient. He is working on many high-profile cases and has everything at his fingertips."

"David Wolfe is probably the most talented barrister that I work with. His dedication to causes is unparalleled, and he is unrivalled as an advocate for claimants."

Edward Craven is a highly praised junior with a prominent environmental practice. He has established an excellent reputation acting for claimants in high-stakes international group actions.

"He is second to none with his drafting and a pleasure to work with."

"Edward is brilliant to work with. His brain is always fizzing with novel ideas to strengthen and progress claims. He is very hard-working and writes beautifully."

"He is as sharp as anything, and just amazing in terms of the amount of effort and energy he has. He will give you absolutely first-class attention."

"Edward is utterly brilliant. He's so charming and wonderful to work with, and he has the best drafting of any junior in the bar and the best analysis of any junior I know. He's totally brilliant."

Kate Cook is an experienced and authoritative junior barrister with extensive knowledge of public law environmental cases. She often represents clients in international cases involving fishing regulations, and she is sought out for advice on climate change issues.

"I don't know anyone else who has the understanding that she has in this space. Her advice is incredibly clear and she knows exactly what her client wants to do."

"Kate's advocacy is absolutely brilliant."

Jamas Hodivala KC is a talented silk in the field of environmental law. He draws widespread praise for his ability to advise on criminal enforcement actions as well as judicial review proceedings against regulators.

"James is very good on technical legal arguments. He is very knowledgeable."

"He is a very impressive and easy to work with."

Jessica Simor KC is noted for her expertise in environmental and public law. She acts on a range of matters in this field, including high-profile litigation regarding climate change, human rights and the cross-border financing of fossil fuel projects.

"Jessica is very good. She is very high profile and a good, strong advocate."

Kate Boakes regularly acts in large, international group litigation relating to environmental damage. She has notable experience representing claimants against multinational corporations.

"She is very, very good."

"Kate has a nice manner. She is very responsive and works excellently with junior members of the team."

"Kate is very bright and hard-working, and she always provides practical, thoughtful and strategic advice."

ZoëLeventhal KC is a well-regarded silk handling challenging environmental cases. She is regularly involved in matters relating to climate change, human rights and wildlife. She acts for individual claimants, campaigners and regulators, among others.

"Zoëis a fantastic advocate. She works very hard and gets the results. She makes the right call every time."