Prof Roy Light > Chambers of Matthew White > Bristol, England > Barrister Profile

Chambers of Matthew White
St John's Chambers
101 VICTORIA STREET
BRISTOL
BS1 6PU
England

Work Department

Administrative Law, Licensing, Planning

Career

Call: 1992

Prof Light enjoys a national reputation for the quality of his work. He accepts instructions in all areas of licensing and planning. He is highly commended for his advocacy, legal knowledge, negotiating skills and approachable client-friendly manner.

He acts for individuals and small businesses as well as public authorities and international corporations throughout England and Wales. Clients include supermarket chains, convenience store operators, petrol companies, breweries, restaurant businesses, taxi companies and drivers, nightclub operators, national stadiums, race courses, festival organisers, police authorities, private individuals, local residents and licensing and planning authorities.

Memberships

  • Fellow of the Institute of Licensing
  • Member, Planning Law Bar Association

Education

    • Professor Emeritus, Bristol Law School, UWE
      • LLB, LLM (London), M Phil, PhD (Cantab)

Lawyer Rankings

Regional Bar > Western Circuit > Licensing

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 1

Roy LightSt John’s ChambersRoy is an excellent advocate with a strong, persuasive, and personable style.  He gets his messaging across to licensing committees in a calm and convincing manner. He is also very approachable and good with clients.’