1COR are at the forefront of this rapidly developing area of law. We appear in civil, regulatory and criminal proceedings and we advise on transactional work, particularly environmental warranties and indemnities, involving UK and international risks. We have claimants, industry and regulators as our clients.

We have a particular expertise in environmental group litigation, judicial review and cases involving a crossover between environmental and human rights issues.

Areas covered include:

  • Human Rights & Access to Justice
  • Planning Inquiries
  • Planning Judicial Review
  • Waste
  • Nuisance
  • Prosecutions
  • Rivers and Waterways
  • Renewable Energy and Climate Change

Our barristers act for a very wide range of clients, from groups of Colombian farmers to large multinational companies, and from private individuals challenging planning decisions to environmental regulators.

“The barristers at 1 Crown Office Row are known for their experience acting in pollution cases. Members also handle environmental nuisance claims, waste disputes and water issues. They are well placed to handle both civil cases and criminal proceedings. Members act for utilities companies, local authorities, environmental groups and individuals.” Chambers & Partners 2021

1COR are a very reputable and good quality set with a wealth of experienced and respected barristers. Legal 500 2021

1 Crown Office Row is proud to be a member of UKELA (UK Environmental Law Association), the foremost membership body for anyone working in the environmental law sector. UKELA offers cutting edge CPD and events that keep its members up to date on the environmental law topics that matter at which 1 Crown Office Row is a regular contributor. We recommend membership to anyone interested in environmental law.  Find out more on UKELA’s website here.

Who to contact:

Clerking team

london@1cor.com

020 7797 7500