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Karen is a recognised expert in compulsory purchase and compensation. She has significant experience of consenting and land assembly implications for major infrastructure projects in the transport and energy sectors, frequently leading or collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams. She has also advised on a number of high-profile city centre projects, including purpose built student accommodation (PBSA); build to rent (BTR) and hotel developments, and has significant experience in the aquaculture sector.
Karen advises clients on consenting risk and strategy; procedure; EIA; planning obligations; appeals and inquiries. Having worked in local government for 5 years at the start of her career, Karen has a good understanding of the public sector landscape and advises a number of planning authorities and other regulators, as well as developers, funders and major landowners.
Clients and colleagues appreciate Karen's collaborative and supportive approach.
‘Karen Hamilton understands the needs of her client and offers considered and concise advice in tight timescales.’
Legal 500 UK 2024
‘Karen Hamilton has provided invaluable assistance on some very complex and detailed matters.’
Legal 500 UK 2024
'Karen Hamilton always acknowledges a new instruction very promptly and she's really excellent in terms of client management.'
Chambers UK 2024
'Karen Hamilton is excellent. Has a great ability to pick apart a complicated case into manageable parts. She has superb communication skills, understands her client’s needs and offers pragmatic and considered advice.'
Legal 500 UK 2023
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