Kings Chambers have strength in depth when leading on planning and environment cases. At the silk level, the set can boast the experience of practice leader Giles Cannock KC, who is regularly instructed by developers and local authorities on major schemes, both residential and commercial. He is joined by Ruth Stockley KC, particularly prominent in public inquiries concerning contentious planning matters, Sarah Reid KC, who focuses on large-scale residential planning permission appeals and acted for Sheffield Council in their Local Plan Examination. At the junior level, Alan Evans represents local authorities in complex and extensive planning inquiries and consultations, Philip Robson leads on significant statutory appeals, and Piers Riley-Smith‘s broad practice covers highway law concerns and compulsory purchase orders. Anthony Gill has a niche practice concerning assets of community value, among other areas.
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- 'The clerks are always efficient, friendly and informative. Mark Ronson in particular is always very quick to respond with all the required information.'
- 'Gary Smith and Mark Ronson are approachable, listen and are always looking for ways to help. It is also great to see how they help to get the best out of their barristers. James Bedford gives excellent support.'
- 'Kings Chambers has exceptionally knowledgeable and responsive clerks who are skilled at matching the right barrister to the right case or client, and bringing on juniors. Gary Smith and Mark Ronson are both friendly and impressive - a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Kings Chambers town planning team has become an excellent group of barristers offering great experience and offering different styles to suit the needs of different clients. There is considerable strength in depth.'
- 'Kings are the "go to" planning Chambers not just because of the stellar array of legal talent but also their exceptional approach to service response, value and quality client care. Their clerks are outstanding and compliment the barristers' work by providing the best overall service of any planning set.'
- 'Kings Chambers is excellent in every respect. Fantastic barristers both at KC and junior level. They are the leading Planning set for Planning on the Northern and Midlands circuit, and their skills, knowledge base, availability and responsiveness is unparalleled.
- 'Very strong depth across all levels of seniority. They provide a level of service that matches and, in many cases, far exceeds larger London based sets.'
- 'The service from the clerks is second to none. They really know their stuff and are very responsive and helpful.'