A set with ‘strong planning expertise with several excellent members’, Six Pump Court are noted for their capability in dealing with planning, environmental and regulatory work. The teams’ ’strong expertise’ lends itself to working with a wide range of clients across England and Wales. Stephen Hockman KC has appeared in the Court of Appeal on behalf of a caravan resident on land designated green belt, who had been refused planning permission to retain her caravan in that location. Anne Williams has represented Bembridge Harbour Investments Ltd on the proposed residential development at Bembridge Harbour in the Isle of Wight.
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Testimonials
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- 'Michael Hearn is helpful and efficient.'
- 'Ryan Barrow is always very helpful and responsive.'
- 'The Clerks are very helpful, and user-friendly. Richard Constable in particular is par excellent and always ensures that matters are dealt with swiftly. Ryan Barrow is also very approachable and always willing to help.'
- 'The clerks are most helpful and Ryan Burrow is always there to provide advice and the availability of barristers.'
- 'Six Pump Court are able to provide high quality barristers at all levels covering planning, environmental and highways law.'
- 'A highly skilled set, offering excellent service. They are very welcoming and always keen to assist.'
- 'The barristers and clerks at Six Pump Court are most helpful and diligent in their work. The availability is good and the responses are timely.'
- 'This set has strong planning expertise with several excellent barristers.'
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Rising stars
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