Hall of fameChambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘David is a formidable barrister to have on your side.’
Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
Landmark Chambers is 'a leading set on environmental matters' with 'an incredibly deep bench of expertise'. Gwion Lewis KC is representing the Environment Agency in longrunning litigation arising from its decisions to set low catch allocations for salmon fishing in the River Wye, involving claims of alleged human rights breaches. David Elvin KC is 'a superb advocate at the top of his game', and James Maurici KC's workload includes climate change, air quality, waste and habitat and species protection issues. The 'robust' Heather Sargent is sought after for her extensive experience in advising on EU environmental matters. Bolstering the team at the senior end, Alex Goodman KC was elevated to silk in March 2023.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The clerks are helpful and responsive, particularly Richard Bolton.'
- 'The clerks are all brilliant. They are easy to deal with, quick to respond, and pragmatic, particularly Jason Allen and Michael Gooch.'
- 'A team of personable clerks - Ben Connor is particularly helpful and hands-on.'
- 'A leading environmental set.'
- 'Landmark has tremendous strength in breadth and depth in environmental, planning, regulatory and public law.'
- ' A very strong planning and environmental set.'
- 'Landmark is rightly regarded as a first point of call in planning and environmental cases. The set has impressive strength and depth.'
- 'The clerks at Landmark Chambers are always responsive and thorough as well as forthcoming with advice.'
- 'The clerks are always very helpful and supportive.'
Silks
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.
Hall of fameChambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘James is easy to work with, responsive, and sensible. His good instinct and opinion is valuable to clients and instructing solicitors.’
Hall of fameChambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Gwion is very bright, clear-thinking and perceptive, with an excellent grasp of complex matters.'
4Hall of fameChambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Matthew has excellent knowledge of environmental law. A silk who makes you feel you are in safe hands.’
2023 Silks
Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘A compelling, fearless advocate. He is great at thinking outside the box.'
2024 Silks
Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Richard is technically excellent, and his advice is of the highest quality.’
Juniors
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
2Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Heather's ability to understand the key pertinent points within an argument is exemplary.'
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3Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘He has a very good grasp on the details of a case.'
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Leon has a real in-depth understanding of the law and a superb ability to present complex technical issues clearly and persuasively.’
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
'Nick provides clear and comprehensive advice.'
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Jacqueline is a precise and very sound advocate.’
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
2Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Heather's ability to understand the key pertinent points within an argument is exemplary.'
33Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘He has a very good grasp on the details of a case.'
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Leon has a real in-depth understanding of the law and a superb ability to present complex technical issues clearly and persuasively.’
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
'Nick provides clear and comprehensive advice.'
4Chambers of David Holland KC and Jenny Wigley KC
‘Jacqueline is a precise and very sound advocate.’