Shoosmiths LLP

Shoosmiths LLP is acclaimed by clients for its ‘highly commercial and pragmatic’ and ’very practical and solution-focused’ approach on planning and environment matters. Charles Arrand leads the environmental law group in the south east and assists major corporates and directors on environmental investigations and prosecution, particularly concerning pollution, waste, and noise nuisance. Kirsten Hewson, who stepped up to chair of the firm in April 2024, has longstanding expertise concerning planning permission and section 106 agreements. Planning expert Matthew Price is a notable authority on nutrient and water neutrality requirements.