04 August 2026

Podcast: Coffee with CGW – Get to know Vanessa Thompson

In this episode of ‘Coffee with CGW’, Vanessa Thompson from our property, planning and environment team joins private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem to discuss her journey to Cooper Grace Ward and her experience at the firm.

Topics: Planning and environment

In this episode of ‘Coffee with CGW’, Vanessa Thompson from our property, planning and environment team joins private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem to discuss her journey to Cooper Grace Ward and her experience at the firm.

They also reflect on how planning and environment law has evolved over the years, and touch on Vanessa’s life outside work with two kids and two corgis.

Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

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