Paul Tucker KC
He is extremely responsive and accessible and a great person to work with.’
The ‘excellent group’ of planning and environment barristers at Kings Chambers provide counsel on residential, commercial, and infrastructural developments and permission appeals. The ’thoughtful, well prepared and focused’ Gary Grant and the ‘extremely responsive and accessible’ Paul Tucker KC lead on judicial reviews and planning inquiries for developers and local authorities alike across the Midland Circuit, and Sarah Clover has a niche practice in agents of change cases, representing property owners and councils in complex litigation.
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Testimonials
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- 'Kings Chambers has an excellent group of planning & environment barristers assisted by Gary Smith and Mark Ronson. Both are an asset to Kings Chambers. Responsive, attentive and friendly - they are a great to work with.'
- 'The clerks are excellent, in particular Mark Ronson, very responsive, able to provide advice and clarity on costs for instructions, and do their best to accommodate cons.'
- 'Nothing is ever too much trouble for them. They are very accessible and quick to respond and be helpful. It really is an excellent and friendly service they provide.'
- 'Good, strong set for planning law. well clerked. Gary Smith has always been first rate.'
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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.
Leading Juniors
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Sarah Clover
Gary Grant
‘He is very bright, thoughtful, well prepared and focused. He is never ambiguous when giving, what is his considered and accurate advice.’