FTB REMAINS AS THE ONLY TOP PLANNING, ENVIRONMENTAL AND LICENSING SET IN CHAMBERS & PARTNERS

FTB is highly ranking in Chambers & Partners 2008-2009 edition in the major fields of planning, environmental and licensing. It is the only set to achieve that hat-trick. We also show strongly in administrative and public law, local government, energy and health & safety.

Comments include:

Environment: "Excellent clerking is available to those briefing a set known for its high level of service. Its team of barristers has a profound understanding of planning, environment and local government law generally, and fields a number of respected individuals."

Licensing: "This set is seen as 'two or three leagues ahead of most in terms of the quality of its barristers and the breadth of its experience'. A 'focused and commercial group that works to a universally high standard', the wide spread of differing licensing barristers on offer here proves a particular selling point for solicitors. One comments: 'The variety of styles and qualities on offer allows you to cut your cloth accordingly and choose the best barrister for your client'."

Planning: "This set has many features that account for its popularity. Its clerks are 'reliable and approachable' and members of Chambers are held in high regard for 'being available at short notice, even when extremely busy'. Across the board, commentators observe, the set 'lacks any airs and graces' and 'really goes that extra mile'."