Remaining a strong option for public sector planning matters, Ashurst work for a number of major developers, landowners and large public bodies, and show breadth within development and infrastructure planning. The firm is under joint leadership from Trevor Goode, who advises on statutory challenges and compulsory purchase matters, and Claire Dutch, who focuses on environmental impact assessments. The team has grown this year with the promotion of Charles Reid to partner in May 2024, who works alongside another key partner, Ben Groves, who is experienced in judicial reviews.
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Claire Dutch; Trevor Goode
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Charles Reid; Ben Groves