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Planning And Environment

Kings Chambers

Leading Silks

Giles Cannock KC – Kings Chambers  'His advice in an appeal situation has always been incredibly useful and he has helped us to numerous successful outcomes at appeal.’
Vincent Fraser KC – Kings Chambers ‘Excellent at focusing on the key issues and commerciality of the claim. Very good rapport with the judge and able to deal competently and succinctly with Judges' interventions’
David Manley KC – Kings Chambers 
Sarah Reid KC – Kings Chambers ‘Excellent on her feet. Works well with her client team and commands great respect.'
Paul Tucker KC – Kings Chambers ‘Paul is technically very strong but combines this with giving very clear and firm advice in conferences and in writing – clients and their lawyers know exactly where they stand, and the strength of their case from the outset.

2024 Silks

Ruth Stockley KC – Kings Chambers ‘Ruth’s very good at instilling confidence in clients, she gives clear direction to her team and provides measured advice. A strong advocate she has an excellent command of her brief.’

Leading Juniors

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Martin Carter – Kings Chambers 'As an advocate he has the ability to tease out details which are integral to the case.'
Peter Dixon – Exchange Chambers
Alan Evans – Kings Chambers 'Alan’s advice is concise, authoritative and cuts straight to the point. When required, such as in relation to planning strategy, his thinking is brilliant.’
Stephanie Hall – Kings Chambers 'Her legal acumen is evident in every interaction, and she consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of complex legal issues, providing insightful analysis that enhances our strategic approach.'
John Hunter – Kings Chambers ‘John is very clear and concise.'
Ian Ponter – Kings Chambers 
Piers Riley-Smith – Kings Chambers ‘Piers is an incredibly bright and knowledgeable lawyer with an ability to turn very complex difficult problems into a series of simple and easy to follow options. His advice is practical and always useful.'
Philip Robson – Kings Chambers ‘Philip’s key strengths are his response time and his ability to separate the wheat from the chaff. Philip is also very client-friendly and, in conferences, he is excellent and the client is always happy with Philip’s advice.
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Charles Morgan – 6 Pump Court ‘Charles has an encyclopaedic knowledge of water law and the associated land and Chancery law, a true sector expert.’
John Barrett – Kings Chambers 
Constanze Bell – Kings Chambers ‘She is hardworking and diligent, able to get under the skin of the issues and yet see the bigger picture. She is a great advocate, being able to explain complex legal points clearly even before judges who are not planning experts.’
Killian Garvey – Kings Chambers ‘He is friendly, responsive and reliable. As an advocate, he delivers his case in a clear and structured manner, with a natural ability to detect the weaknesses in opposing arguments.'
Anthony Gill – Kings Chambers ‘He is significantly more approachable than many other barristers, which helps our clients feel at ease. However, this approachability does not diminish his professionalism or the quality of his work.'
Joseph Hart – Deans Court Chambers
Freddie Humphreys – Kings Chambers ‘Technical excellence, highly commercial and practical and a very much a team player. Freddie is very responsive and quickly establishes strong relationships with clients and team members alike.’
Michael Rudd – Kings Chambers ‘Michael is excellent in preparing for cases and his advocacy is detailed and forensic. He always has a superb grasp of the respective parties’ cases.'

Rising Stars

Shemuel Sheikh – Kings Chambers ‘Shemuel's strengths are his ability to cut to the chase and to distil advice and instructions in a way which clients appreciate. He's approachable and yet direct with his advice.'

Planning in Regional Bar

Kings Chambers


Kings Chambers have strength in depth when leading on planning and environment cases. At the silk level, the set can boast the experience of practice leader Giles Cannock KC, who is regularly instructed by developers and local authorities on major schemes, both residential and commercial. He is joined by Ruth Stockley KC, particularly prominent in public inquiries concerning contentious planning matters, Sarah Reid KC, who focuses on large-scale residential planning permission appeals and acted for Sheffield Council in their Local Plan Examination. At the junior level, Alan Evans represents local authorities in complex and extensive planning inquiries and consultations, Philip Robson leads on significant statutory appeals, and Piers Riley-Smith‘s broad practice covers highway law concerns and compulsory purchase orders. Anthony Gill has a niche practice concerning assets of community value, among other areas.

Les références

‘The clerks are always efficient, friendly and informative. Mark Ronson in particular is always very quick to respond with all the required information.’

‘Gary Smith and Mark Ronson are approachable, listen and are always looking for ways to help. It is also great to see how they help to get the best out of their barristers. James Bedford gives excellent support.’

‘Kings Chambers has exceptionally knowledgeable and responsive clerks who are skilled at matching the right barrister to the right case or client, and bringing on juniors. Gary Smith and Mark Ronson are both friendly and impressive – a pleasure to work with.’

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