Best Environmental Contamination Solicitors in Surrey

Compare the best Environmental Contamination solicitors and lawyers in Surrey, ranked by verified client reviews: 18 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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Environmental contamination work covers cases where land or water has been contaminated and someone must investigate, remediate or regulate responses to pollution. It spans liabilities for polluters, local authorities’ duties, and regulatory action under environmental regimes in England. A solicitor in this area helps clients assess historic or ongoing contamination, rights to require remediation, negotiate with polluters or regulators, and manage claims or defenses arising from contaminated land, water pollution, or risk of harm to people or property. The work is shaped by statutory regimes, planning constraints, and potential enforcement notices.

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Duncan Lewis Solicitors Ltd

4.8 1,385 Reviews

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Amphlett Lissimore Bagshaws LLP

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4.9 1,328 Reviews

What Environmental Contamination clients highlight

Professional service
Helpful team
Efficient process
Proactive updates

4.9 from 1,328 client reviews

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Irwin Mitchell LLP

4.7 13,771 Reviews

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Leigh Day

4.6 2,489 Reviews

1 Environmental Contamination review

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EMG Solicitors

4.8 1,286 Reviews

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Judge And Priestley LLP

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4.7 785 Reviews

What Environmental Contamination clients highlight

excellent communication
prompt response
professional service
proactive approach

4.7 from 785 client reviews

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Brett Holt Solicitors

4.7 3 Reviews

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Downs Solicitors LLP

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4.9 270 Reviews

What Environmental Contamination clients highlight

Responsive communication
Professional service
Clear advice
Supportive staff

4.9 from 270 client reviews

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Gateley Plc

4.8 218 Reviews

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Penningtons Manches Cooper Llp

4.8 24 Reviews

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Shakespeare Martineau Llp

4.8 409 Reviews

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Blackfords

4.3 10 Reviews

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Capsticks Solicitors LLP

3.5 2 Reviews

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Ebr Attridge LLP

4.5 17 Reviews

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Lewis Denley Limited

0.0 0 Reviews

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Stevens & Bolton Trustees Limited

0.0 0 Reviews

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Davisons Solicitors Limited

4.1 357 Reviews

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Fitz Solicitors Limited

4.0 1 Review

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We have ranked 18 law firms for Environmental Contamination in Surrey, listed in order on this page.

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Environmental Contamination

Environmental contamination work covers cases where land or water has been contaminated and someone must investigate, remediate or regulate responses to pollution. It spans liabilities for polluters, local authorities’ duties, and regulatory action under environmental regimes in England. A solicitor in this area helps clients assess historic or ongoing contamination, rights to require remediation, negotiate with polluters or regulators, and manage claims or defenses arising from contaminated land, water pollution, or risk of harm to people or property. The work is shaped by statutory regimes, planning constraints, and potential enforcement notices.

Why this work is usually handled by a solicitor

Contaminated land matters involve identifying the source and extent of pollution, enforcing remediation requirements, negotiating with defendants to fund cleanup, and understanding regulatory powers exercised by the Environment Agency or other authorities. A solicitor provides specialist advice, coordinates evidence, and ensures compliance with statutory duties, safeguarding clients’ interests through regulated processes and professional accountability.

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