Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP maintains a strong presence in the North, advising clients across the energy, waste, transport and residential development sectors. The team supports statutory consultees, affected landowners, local authorities and public bodies, offering comprehensive guidance on planning and environmental law. In Newcastle, Francesca Hodgson advises on complex environmental compliance and regulation, while Stephen Dagg brings particular expertise in highways, public rights of way and major infrastructure projects, heading the planning team with a broad remit across the planning and NSIP landscape.
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Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Stephen Dagg
Stephen Dagg
Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Francesca Hodgson
Francesca Hodgson
Practice head

Francesca Hodgson; Stephen Dagg

Other key lawyers

Rachel Sykes