Co-headed by Richard Barlow and Laura Hughes, Browne Jacobson LLP has extensive expertise in advising government bodies, housing associations and NHS trusts on all aspects of renewable energy initiatives and biodiversity net gain agreements. Barlow specialises in environmental law and judicial review issues, Hughes is a specialist planning lawyer, whilst Andrew Hopkins focuses on the regulatory side. Rachel Lyne has experience in complex environmental investigations, and Stephanie McGarry routinely represents public bodies and agricultural clients.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Punches above its weight. One of the best in the Midlands.’
‘Richard Barlow is very experienced and approachable. Carl May-Smith is dynamic.’
Key clients
- Natural England
- DPD Group UK Ltd
- Enva England (Specialist Waste) Limited
- First State Investments
- Canal & River Trust
- Homes England
- The Coal Authority
- Boots UK Ltd
- Baxi
- London Borough of Southwark
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Richard Barlow, Laura Hughes