Judi has practised in the area of planning law since 1996 and has great experience in relation to advising on and/or attending public inquiries in relation to:

  • Residential, commercial, agricultural and leisure developments
  • Local Plans (housing, employment, landscape, recreation and waste)

She advises and attends Inquiries in relation to the following:

  • Listed buildings
  • Conservation areas
  • Telecommunication Mast Appeals
  • Rights of WayEnforcement Notice Appeals

Judi also advises clients in the High Court in relation to appeals and judicial review.

Directory Quotes

Clients respect her direct approach.’

The Legal 500 2024, Family: Children and Domestic Violence

Judi heads the family team at the set and maintains a strong reputation for her work in the public sphere. ‘Clients appreciate Judi’s straight-talking advice and know that she will fight their corner.’ ‘Judi is a brilliant advocate who is fearsome in court, well prepared, savvy and realistic.’ ‘An extremely experienced advocate who is able to offer not only a robust and empathetic approach but great results, with the client always at the forefront of her mind.’ “

Chambers UK 2023, Family: Children

Judi is a champion of child law.”

Legal 500 2023, Family & Children

Judi is determined & unflappable.”

Legal 500 2023, Family and Children Law

Judi is exceptional on all counts. Her client care is absolutely excellent and her ability to command authority with judges is without parallel. She is very creative in forming her arguments.”

Chambers UK 2022, Family/Matrimonial

Judi is a dogged and robust fighter unreservedly committed to her client’s cause.”

LEGAL 500 2022, Child Law (Public and Private)

Judi is exceptional on all counts. Her client care is absolutely excellent and her ability to command authority with judges is without parallel.” “She is very creative in forming her arguments.”

CHAMBERS UK 2022, FAMILY/MATRIMONIAL

She is excellent with children and has a wide knowledge of both public and private law. She is a strong advocate.”

CHAMBERS UK 2021, FAMILY AND CHILDREN LAW

Highly knowledgeable, excellent with clients and a formidable advocate.”

Legal 500 2021, Family & Children Law
  • Qualifications & awards:

    • LLB (hons) MPhil (Cantab)
  • Judi Evans is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.