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Stephen Hockman KC is a distinguished barrister with over 30 years of experience specialising in regulatory law. Renowned for his leadership and versatility, Stephen maintains a broad practice spanning environmental, health and safety, planning, and energy law. His work encompasses judicial reviews, public inquiries, arbitration, civil litigation, and both prosecution and defence in criminal matters.
Stephen represents a diverse client base, including corporations, individuals, regulators, and alleged polluters. He is equally adept at rigorous cross-examination and delivering complex legal submissions across all levels of tribunal. His strength lies in the breadth of his practice, drawing on deep expertise in regulatory, commercial, and public law to navigate high-profile and technically demanding cases.
Widely recognised as a leading figure in Health and Safety Law and Energy and Natural Resources, Stephen’s environmental law practice includes public law challenges, common law claims such as nuisance, and major pollution cases. He also has extensive experience advising and representing local authorities nationwide on planning, governance, and regulatory matters.
Stephen’s reputation is built on his strategic insight, advocacy excellence, and commitment to delivering results in complex legal landscapes.
