George McLellan

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

Recognised as a “top choice” 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 making defensible decisions and in defending them.

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

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, procurement, and other key legal matters, serving both established brands and emerging start-ups.

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

George is a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales and a Barrister & Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.

Skills and strengths:

Many of George’s clients face existential threats to their business. He helps them to understand and diagnose the problem, to set clear objectives, and to execute a strategy for putting things right. More often than not, matters can be resolved quickly and efficiently through targeted engagement.

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 (NZTE), and has been a member of the Professional Standards Steering Group of the Standards and Regulation Board of RICS (the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).

Recognition

George has been ranked for four consecutive years in the independent legal guide Chambers and Partners. He is also ranked as a Next Generation Partner in the independent legal guide, the Legal 500. Both rankings are within the practice category of Administrative and Public Law.

George has also been awarded the RICS Contribution Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution as a member of the Transitional Standards Committee.