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We provide you with impartial expert advice based on extensive experience to deliver a winning edge. We have an unrivalled track record of appeal success in respect of ancient woodland, veteran trees and historic landscapes. Our intimate knowledge of the relationship between planning policy and our professional disciplines enables us to prepare expert evidence of the highest quality.

Chambers we work with regularly include:

2 – 3 Grays Inn Square

No. 5

39 Essex Street

Francis Taylor Buildings

Landmark

Recent Planning Appeals:

Oakfield Farm, Wells Lane, Ascot: 5 September 2017. Inspector: Mike Robins

120-128 Pitmore Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire. 20 April 2016. Inspector: Jonathan Manning

Boughton Lane, Maidstone. 03 March 2016. Inspector: John Felgate

Hermitage Lane, Maidstone. 19 October 2015. Inspector: P W Clark

Marringdean Road, Billingshurst, West Sussex. 27 March 2014. Inspector: R J Marshall

Cowdale Quarry, Buxton. 15 November 2012. Inspector: John L Gray

Testimonials

“A highly intelligent and articulate witness” (Opposition QC)
“JFL’s report was excellent: helpful, informative, superbly presented and exactly the right length” (High Court Judge)
“Simply masterful under cross-examination” (Planning Counsel)
“The excellence of JFL’s evidence goes without saying. I was hugely impressed” (Planning Counsel)
“Probably the best prepared expert I’ve ever worked with” (Client’s QC)