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Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP

Planning & Environment

UK Guide 2026 : South West


Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP

Rankings

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Planning & Environment - South West

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Womble Bond Dickinson advises on complex compulsory purchases, use of powers and compensation. The firm acts for a range of parties including acquiring authorities, landowners and statutory undertakers.

Work Highlights

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  • Womble Bond Dickinson advised Greater Cambridgeshire Partnership in relation to securing three Transport and Works Act Orders.

Strengths

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  • Womble Bond Dickinson are very knowledgeable and resourceful in handling complex matters.

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  • Womble Bond has hugely experienced staff who can communicate complex matters clearly and concisely.

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  • Everyone I've worked with at Womble Bond Dickinson is a very effective team player.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jonathan Bower
    Band 1Jonathan Bower

    Jonathan Bower

    Jonathan Bower is commended for his strength in relation to the planning aspects of major regeneration schemes and nationally significant infrastructure projects, including compulsory purchase orders, primarily for local authorities.

    • Jon is a very effective sounding board and a very positive team player. He is both knowledgeable and affable.

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    • Jonathan Bower has a steady hand and makes sure things are done right. He manages complex and long-running cases.

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    • Jonathan does a lot of strong work and has a great breadth of practice.

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  • Band 1Victoria Redman
    Band 1Victoria Redman

    Victoria Redman

    Victoria Redman receives praise for her substantial expertise in handling contentious and non-contentious planning matters, including planning agreements, judicial reviews and development consent orders. She represents developers, local authorities and energy companies in relation to development and expansion schemes.

  • Band 2Richard Guyatt
    Band 2Richard Guyatt

    Richard Guyatt

    Richard Guyatt focuses his practice on issues relating to compulsory purchase and development consent orders. He advises particularly in relation to rail infrastructure and land compensation.

  • Band 2Sarah Holmes
    Band 2Sarah Holmes

    Sarah Holmes

    Sarah Holmes regularly handles the planning and environment aspects of large infrastructure projects, as well as providing advice on compliance with waste management regulations. She is also adept at advising on European environmental regulations.

  • Band 3Emma Harling-Phillips
    Band 3Emma Harling-Phillips

    Emma Harling-Phillips

    Emma Harling-Phillips of Womble Bond Dickinson has significant experience in major infrastructure projects, including roadways and energy matters. She is highly sought after by both private and public clients.

Ranked Individuals at Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP (5)

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