"Michael is brilliant in advising on environmental matters; he is very detailed, commercial and great to work with." "He has proved to be outstanding on unravelling a very challenging issue with patience and charm." "He knows his stuff." 
Chambers UK 2023

概要

Michael Hutchinson is a leading lawyer who advises on the environmental and safety aspects of national and international corporate, real estate and finance transactions, focusing on contaminated land and regulatory compliance issues as well as development issues (including the re-development of contaminated land). He provides stand-alone advice on developments in UK and EU environment and safety law and acts for clients from a variety of sectors including chemicals, waste, energy, retail, real estate and banking.

Michael also has recently been advising a number of clients on energy procurement issues, including negotiating supply and connection  agreements,  as well as the EU Emissions Trading Scheme.

Consistently ranked as a leading individual by the legal directories and highly rated amongst his peer group.

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国・地域別の取扱業務

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  • 英語

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学歴

The College of Law, Chester

Durham University

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  • 英国法（イングランド及びウェールズ）事務弁護士（ソリシター）

メンバーシップ

  • European Environmental Law Association
  • United Kingdom Environmental Law Association (UKELA)

Consistently ranked as a leading individual by the legal directories and highly rated amongst his peer group:

  • Band 3: Environment and Climate Change. Michael Hutchinson is a consultant to the environment practice at Mayer Brown and assists clients with a range of matters arising out of projects and transactions. His practice encompasses regulatory compliance advice as well as a range of contentious matters. (Chambers UK 2024).
  • Listed in the Hall of Fame and as a key lawyer for Environment (Legal 500 2024).
  • Band 3: Environment. Michael Hutchinson is a consultant to the environment practice at Mayer Brown and assists clients with a range of matters arising out of projects and transactions. His practice encompasses regulatory compliance advice as well as a range of contentious matters. "He knows his stuff." "Michael is brilliant in advising on environmental matters; he is very detailed, commercial and great to work with." "He has proved to be outstanding on unravelling a very challenging issue with patience and charm." (Chambers UK 2023).
  • Listed in the 'Hall of Fame' and as a key lawyer, 'The [Environment] team also counts on the expertise of Michael Hutchinson, a highly experienced consultant whose has expertise handling the environmental aspects of transactions, providing non-contentious advice, and representing clients in litigation.' (Legal 500 2023).
  • Michael Hutchinson assists clients with a range of matters arising out of projects and transactions. His practice encompasses regulatory compliance advice as well as a range of contentious matters. (Chambers UK 2022).
  • Listed in the 'Hall of Fame' for Environment (Legal 500 2022).
  • Listed in the 'Hall of Fame' for Environment (Legal 500 2021).
  • Michael Hutchinson  assists clients with a range of matters arising out of projects and transactions. His practice encompasses regulatory compliance advice as well as a range of contentious matters. "Michael Hutchinson is excellent at assisting with the environmental and planning aspects of acquisitions." (Chambers UK 2021).
  • Listed as a 'Leading Individual' (Chambers UK 2020);
  • Listed as a 'Leading Individual' and in the 'Hall of Fame' (Legal 500 2020);
  • Michael Hutchinson is called upon by clients to advise on the environmental aspects of major corporate and real estate transactions and development projects. He offers expertise in sectors including retail, energy, waste and banking. (Chambers UK 2019);
  • Practice head Michael Hutchinson is particularly noted for his transactional expertise, where he "combines technical excellence with the ability to provide commercial and pragmatic advice" (Legal 500 2017);
  • Michael Hutchinson handles a range of contentious and non-contentious environmental matters, acting for clients in the utilities and industrial sectors, among other companies. Sources say: "He is very hands-on and really takes things seriously. He was passionate about our case and was fantastic on the paperwork." (Chambers UK 2017);
  • Michael Hutchinson is a well-regarded environmental and planning lawyer who focuses much of his practice on large transactional work. He is also active on contentious environmental litigation. Commentators describe him as "fun to work with and knowledgeable." (Chambers UK 2016);
  • "outstanding" (Legal 500 2014);
  • Michael Hutchinson advises clients on transactions and in relation to regulatory matters and contaminated land. Sources say: "He is innovative and very good." (Chambers UK 2014);
  • "very knowledgeable" (Chambers UK 2012);
  • Michael is"pragmatic, and has excellent commercial acumen" (Legal 500 2011);
  • He is "well regarded for his expert knowledge of the contaminated land, regulatory and development elements of international corporate and real estate transactions" (Chambers UK 2011);
  • He is also ranked as a leading individual and is "creative and analytical" (Legal 500 2010);
  • Listed in Legal Experts 2010;
  • He has a "deeply impressive commitment to serving clients' needs" (Chambers UK 2009);
  • Recommended by PLC Which Lawyer? (2009).