George McLellan

George provides comprehensive support to both private and public sector clients in judicial review, public procurement, human rights, and regulatory disputes.

Renowned as a leader in commercial judicial review, George frequently represents businesses and organisations in challenging high stakes policy and regulatory decisions made by public authorities. He has also supported numerous public authorities in defending their decisions.

George has helped a number of businesses to successfully navigate disputes concerning advertising content with UK advertising regulators.

In addition, George maintains a strong connection to his New Zealand roots through a dedicated practice supporting New Zealand companies operating in the UK. He advises on regulatory, commercial, data protection, and other key legal matters, serving both established brands and emerging start-ups.

George’s experience spans a wide range of regulated sectors, including transport, education, health policy, sport, advertising and media, social media regulation, defence, financial services, food/beverage, consumer goods, construction products, and energy.

Skills and strengths:

George is ruthlessly focused on helping his clients define and achieve their strategic objectives. Many of his clients face existential threats to their business, and George prides himself on helping them to understand their full suite of options, and in coming up with and executing strategies for turning things around.

Committed to giving back, George also lends his expertise to several charities and community organisations, helping them navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence.

George is a Beachhead Advisor for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, and a member of the Professional Standards Steering Group of the Standards and Regulation Board of RICS (the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).