Lewis Hadler
Senior Paralegal
Overview
Lewis re-joined Richard Buxton Solicitors in September 2020, having previously worked at the firm after graduation in 2015. Before his return, Lewis worked in the Environmental, Planning and Public Law team of a London law firm specialising in judicial review and spent time with the in-house legal team of a large environmental NGO assisting with advisory and campaign work, as well as litigation. Lewis has experience of working closely with individuals, campaign groups, and NGOs on matters in the High Court and Court of Appeal, with particular experience of legal challenges to large infrastructure projects, wildlife licensing and planning decisions.
Key Cases
Dorset Quarry at Chard Junction
Application for Chard Junction Quarry, Thorncombe
Objection to Dorset Strategic Planning Committee leading to refusal of quarry permission.
Beeby Chicken Farm
R (Clemence) v Leicestershire County Council
Successful challenge to permission for intensive chicken farm and anaerobic digester.
A38 Derby Junctions Development Consent Order
R (Bain) v Secretary of State for Transport
Successful challenge to the A38 Derby Junctions Development Consent Order.
Epiphany House in Merstham, Reigate
R (UK Gospel Assembly Church) v Reigate and Banstead Council
Successful challenge to grant of planning permission for demolition of community asset.
Camden Experimental Traffic Order
R (Shah) v London Borough of Camden
Successful challenge to introduction of pop-up cycle lanes in Camden.
Procedure error leads to quashing
R (Harrington) v Braintree District Council
Successful challenge to planning permission for division of plot and additional dwelling.
Waterside Drive Sportshub green belt policy
R (Boot) v Elmbridge Borough Council
Challenge to Waterside Drive Sports Hub for conflict with green belt policy
Qualifications
- Law (Hons) LLB, Anglia Ruskin University (first-class)
- Bar Professional Training Course, University of the West of England (Very Competent)
Memberships
- UK Environmental Law Association (UKELA)
Personal interests
Lewis enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors and has on occasion been known to participate in competitive orienteering. Spare time at home is often spent attempting to make and record music of varying genres and with varying degrees of success.