William (Bill) Hicks QC came to the Bar with the intention of specialising in planning. He was called in 1975 and took silk in 1995. He was joint head of Eldon Chambers one of the two Chambers which merged to form Landmark Chambers. He has been involved in a wide range of planning work for over 25 years. Some particular areas of expertise are retail, residential, highways, infrastructure, transportation, listed buildings, environment and energy.
As in previous years, he is listed as a leading silk in planning in Chambers & Partners Directory 2008 & 2009 -
“Top-class silk William Hicks QC is an old favourite of many because he is very focused, hard-working and a good team player. Sources recommended him particularly for his pragmatic advice on large schemes and his brilliant advocacy.”
"A brilliant tactician who provides straightforward, realistic advice that is easily comprehensible to clients."
He is a member of the Planning and Environment Bar Association, the Administrative Law Bar Association and committee member of the Parliamentary Bar Mess.
William Hicks read economics at Magdalene College, Cambridge. Called to the Bar of Northern Ireland in 2000.
13 Nov 2008
Proposals for the redevelopment of buildings which make a positive contribution to a conservation area
03 May 2007
01 Jun 2005
Public inquiry into the £500m Thames Gateway bridge, a proposed new crossing of the River Thames in east London.
01 Jan 2009
