Pinsent Masons LLP offers a ‘wealth of experience’ in all areas of environmental law, advising on regulatory and transactional matters as well as on the environmental aspects of major infrastructure developments. The UK-wide team is led by partner Ross McDowall from Glasgow who is experienced in environmental law, climate change, and sustainability. Gordon McCeath is particularly active in the energy, water, and waste sectors, advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters. Meanwhile, Jennifer Ballantyne contributes expertise in contaminated land, environmental permitting, and renewables.
Testimonials
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‘They are very good at dealing with different personalities and meeting the needs of the client. They were able to give a clear opinion and direction on some very difficult and detailed legal questions, which is what we needed from our external advisers.’
‘Ross McDowall is very practical and gives his advice in a very clear and understandable way. He has excellent knowledge in the regulatory area and was able to steer us to a positive outcome.'
Key clients
- BP Exploration Operating Company Ltd
- RWE Generation UK plc
Work highlights
- Advised BP Exploration Operating Company Limited on the environmental aspects of its Net Zero Teesside Project.
- Advised Regenerate Outcomes on a multi-landowner regenerative farming scheme.