Travers Smith LLP is recognised for its expertise in complex UK and EU environmental law and sustainability issues, demonstrating particular strength in transactional mandates. The team advises on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious environmental matters, advising clients on regulatory compliance, risk management and strategic M&A. Practice co-head John Buttanshaw demonstrates particular expertise in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Fellow co-lead Sarah-Jane Denton advises on environmental issues arising in transactions and compliance matters, with extensive experience spanning consenting, contamination, governance, regulatory risk and market access.
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Testimonials
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- My main experience with the firm is with John Buttanshaw and Harrie Narain. John and Harrie are both highly knowledgeable, technically excellent, have a clear understanding of client needs, and effectively deliver on reasoned and considered client advice and diverse and challenging projects.
- Great responsiveness. High-end advice and practical in-depth knowledge.
- Pragmatic and hands-on approach. Always on time and forward-thinking.
- Simon Witney and Sarah Jane Denton are both outstanding.
- John Buttonshaw, Simon Witney, and Sarah Jane Denton are all outstanding.
- They were excellent to work with.
Key clients
- KFC
- Facebook/Meta
- Blackstone
- UN PRI
- Ancala Partners LLP
- Inflexion
- DIF Capital Partners
- Samsung
- Indicor Equity LLC
Work highlights
Advised Meta with comprehensive environmental support for all non-US global fibre infrastructure projects, as well as support on its environmental compliance issues across Europe.
Advised the Hickman family on the sale of Pontrilas Group to Glennon Brothers.
Provided PRI with a summary tracker of worldwide legislative requirements to conduct environmental and climate (and other social) due diligence.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Sarah-Jane Denton
Practice head
John Buttanshaw; Sarah-Jane Denton
Other key lawyers
Alexandra MacBean; Harrie Narain