Elizabeth Dunn > Burges Salmon LLP > Bristol, England > Lawyer Profile

Burges Salmon LLP
ONE GLASS WHARF
BRISTOL
BS2 0ZX
England

Living Wage

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Work Department

Planning.

Position

Advises on all aspects of planning law including major infrastructure, highways and compulsory purchase. Particular expertise in energy and infrastructure, and large scale re-development projects. Has led and advised on a number of nationally significant infrastructure projects. Regularly advises on judicial review and statutory challenges and appears as an inquiry advocate.

Career

Trained Burges Salmon; qualified 2004; partner 2012.

Memberships

Law Society Planning Panel; Royal Town Planning Institute.

Education

Attended Bristol University (1988 English and Drama BA Hons); University of the West of England (1999-2001 Postgraduate Diploma in Law; 2001-02 LPC).

Leisure

Theatre, design and walking.

Lawyer Rankings

South West > Real estate > Planning

(Leading partners)

Elizabeth Dunn – Burges Salmon LLP

Providing ‘robust, honest and pragmatic legal advice’, Burges Salmon LLP‘s planning and compulsory purchase unit is often frequently involved in large, nationally significant infrastructure projects. The team is also known for its regular representation of councils and other local authorities on CPOs, another central part of the practice. Spearheading the practice out of Bristol, Gary Soloman has expertise covering CPOs, highway proposals, and the compensation aspects of regeneration projects, while Julian Boswall has experience in large NSIPs, energy matters, and transport projects, with Elizabeth Dunn also being highly regarded in these areas in addition to the Developments of National Significance consenting regime in Wales. Other key members of the practice include Alex Minhinick, senior associates Jen Ashwell, Matthew Tucker, Daniel Whittle and Laura Fuller, as well as directors Cathryn Tracey, who is a common land and open space expert, and Sarah Sutherland.

London > Real estate > Planning

Highlighted for its strength in nationally significant infrastructure projects, Burges Salmon LLP is geared to handle compulsory purchase orders, for which Alex Minhinick is a key contact. Gary Soloman leads the practice and is well-versed in highway proposals, while Julian Boswall and Elizabeth Dunn are experienced in energy matters. Jen Ashwell is skilled at regeneration schemes, Laura Fuller focuses on wind projects, and Cathryn Tracey is knowledgeable in renewable energy mandates. Sarah Sutherland, Daniel Whittle, and Matthew Tucker are other key team members.