LAWYER PROFILE

Matt Gilks

UK 2026

Lester Aldridge LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Planning & Environment

The South

1 year ranked

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Planning & Environment - The South

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Matt Gilks advises on a range of planning and environmental matters, including application strategy and transactional work. He has experience in bespoke business and residential development, biodiversity net gain and heritage development. He provides contentious and non-contentious advice ranging from enforcement defence work to planning obligations.

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Matt gives a high level of service for clients, is attentive to their needs and has a curious and creative approach to legal issues, facilitated by his experience in planning.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Matt Gilks who enjoys a natural rapport with clients who obviously trust him for his excellent legal analysis, commercial acumen and responsiveness.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Matt is a great lawyer offering a range of expertise.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Matt is a solution-driven planning lawyer who is very experienced and a pleasure to work opposite.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession