Richard Glover KC
Encyclopaedic knowledge of compensation and rating law, and tribunal procedure and tactics. Particular specialism in rating methodologies.'
Appearing before the courts at all levels as well as in specialist tribunals, members of Francis Taylor Building’s team act on behalf of local authorities, government departments and private entities. Richard Glover KC has significant expertise across a range of issues in this area, notably, council tax, compulsory purchase and compensation, and is acting for the claimant in Accor Economy Hotels v HS2, a claim relating to the valuation of the Ibis hotel at Euston, which was acquired for HS2 - the case pitches him against Richard Honey KC for HS2. Hugh Flanagan will appear before the Court of Appeal in Network Rail Infrastructure Limited v Karl List, a case concerning the non-domestic rating of advertisements in Network Rail stations.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'One of the most helpful and responsive clerk teams in London. You can always get hold of them, they are always keen to help.'
- 'FTB is a market leader in the compulsory purchase and statutory compensation field. A large number of barristers at all levels with a very good understanding of this area of law.'
- 'FTB are an incredibly strong set, across the whole range of seniority and experience in the area.'
- 'The best set for strength-in-depth of CPO and compensation specialists, not only brilliant silks but excellent senior juniors.'
- 'FTB are my go-to set for CPO compensation barristers, and they always have some good options for new instructions.'
Lawyers
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Richard Honey KC
Richard has exceptional attention to detail and is an eminent thought leader in CPO and compensation. He is hugely knowledgeable, and he will leave no stone unturned to get the best result for clients.'
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Hugh Flanagan
Really excellent. A super advocate and cross-examiner, really bright and drafts amazingly. First rate and a favourite with clients.'
Cain Ormondroyd
George Mackenzie
'George provides very pragmatic advice to clients who are new to the process, and understands the need to maintain negotiating position and relationship with other side whilst making key points clear at the inquiry.
Horatio Waller
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.