Bevan Brittan LLP is well known in the region for advising on a wide range of local government matters, including cases involving PPP projects, employment issues and devolution matters. The client base includes local councils and ombudsman services. Bristol-based practice head Sarah Lamont focuses on employment law matters, while Chris Harper advises on transactional work, with particular expertise in handling regeneration and property development cases. Louise Robling is a key contact for contentious construction matters; Emily Heard acts on procurement cases; and Nadeem Arshad has expertise in advising clients from the energy sectors.
Local government in South West
Bevan Brittan LLP
Praxisleiter:
Sarah Lamont
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Chris Harper; Nadeem Arshad; Emily Heard; Louise Robling
Referenzen
‘The team at Bevan Brittan offers outstanding quality work and deliver on projects by utilising the mix of skills they hold across their firm to suit the requirements of each instruction.‘
‘The strength comes from a depth of knowledge.’
‘Deep knowledge of procurement requirements.’
Kernmandanten
Local Government Association
South Gloucestershire Council
London Borough of Sutton
Royal Borough of Greenwich
Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council
Somerset Council
London Borough of Hackney
Birmingham City Council
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Leicestershire County Council
London Borough of Barnet
The County Council of the City and County of Cardiff
Nottinghamshire County Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for fifty Fire and Rescue Authorities in England and Wales concerning claims brought by over 12,000 firefighters across the UK concerning pensions.
- Advising Birmingham City Council on its £500m waste PPP project.
Burges Salmon LLP
The team at Burges Salmon LLP is led by the ‘commercially astute‘ Gary Soloman, who focuses on planning and compulsory purchase order matters. The group is instructed by local authorities in cases concerning pensions, property developments, and energy and infrastructure projects. John Houlden‘s workload includes renewable energy projects, funding matters and procurement cases, and Emma Andrews is well versed in advising energy companies on financing issues. The ‘energetic and tireless‘ Daniel Whittle has experience in assisting with large regeneration schemes.
Praxisleiter:
Gary Soloman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
John Houlden; Emma Andrews; Sarah Sutherland; Jen Ashwell; Daniel Whittle; Matthew Tucker; Douglas Haycock; Marcus Walters
Referenzen
‘The commercially astute and wise leadership of Gary Soloman, who harnesses and encourages the skill and expertise of his team, is of note.’
‚Daniel Whittle is energetic and tireless.‘
‚Douglas Haycock is thoughtful and careful.‘
Kernmandanten
Isle of Anglesey County Council
North Somerset Council
Kent County Council
Environment Agency
Gloucestershire County Council
Department for Transport
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Worthing Borough Council
Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Torbay Council
South Hams Council
Greater London Authority
The Department for Education and Bradford Children’s Trust Limited
Birmingham City Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the Department for Transport on matters concerning Transport and Works Act Orders and non-National Highways Development Consent Order applications.
- Advising The Old Oak & Park Royal Development Corporation on its OPEN Project to develop an ambient loop heat network.
Ashfords LLP
The team at Ashfords LLP garners praise for its 'depth of expertise, responsiveness, and pragmatic approach'. The group is well-versed in handling real estate and planning matters, often advising on housing developments and property-related litigation, and local authorities instruct the team on government funding grants issues. Based in Exeter, Robin De Wreede acts on strategic regeneration and development projects, and co-heads the practice with David Richardson, who specialises in planning and CPO matters. Lucy Woods advises on procurement proceedings in the retail, energy and housing sectors, and Ruth Yates handles procurement matters for clients in the marine and social care sectors.
Praxisleiter:
Robin de Wreede; David Richardson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ruth Yates; Laura Reeve; Katie Gwyther; Lucy Woods
Referenzen
‘Ashfords LLP’s local government practice is distinguished by its depth of expertise, responsiveness, and pragmatic approach to legal challenges.‘
‚They provide comprehensive support across liability issues, property matters, contract drafting, alternative dispute resolution and settlement agreements.‘
‘The individuals at Ashfords excel in their technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and client-focused approach.‘
Kernmandanten
Populo Living Limited
London Borough of Wandsworth
London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
London Borough of Brent
Cornwall Council
Exeter City Council
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Ashford Borough Council
Torbay Council
Watford Borough Council
Herefordshire Council
Brick by Brick Croydon Limited
Somerset Council
London Borough of Lambeth
North Yorkshire Council
Devon County Council
Council of the Isles of Scilly
Herefordshire Council
Mid Devon District Council
London Borough of Southwark
Foot Anstey
Foot Anstey has 'deep knowledge of public procurement processes', and is often sought after for its expertise in handling the funding and regulatory aspects of projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Brian Hitchcock, who focuses on construction and procurement law matters, leads the team. Karen Bates handles a wide range of employment work, and Brian Hitchcock acts for NHS trusts and local authorities in projects.
Praxisleiter:
Brian Hitchcock
Weitere Kernanwälte:
John Catchpole; Karen Bates; Danielle Spalding; Arron Jolliffe
Referenzen
‘The team has deep knowledge of public procurement processes and is able to align contract development accordingly.’
‘They become part of the team and feel embedded in the process.’
‚They are a great team who work well together, referring back to each other when necessary to ensure they give the best advice and service they can.‘
Kernmandanten
Cornwall Council
Spaceport Cornwall
Plymouth City Council
Devon County Council
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Bristol City Council
Celtic Sea Power
Exeter City Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Plymouth City Council on the design and construction of the Forder Valley Link Road project.
- Advising a council on an EV charging infrastructure and services procurement programme under the Department for Transport’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund.
Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP‘s practice is active in public and private sector energy projects, regeneration and development schemes, joint ventures and infrastructure matters. The group has been kept particularly busy advising on large-scale housing projects. Practice head Duncan Tringham‘s ‘ability to deliver high-quality, fast-paced advice makes him the go-to lawyer when timing matters‘. Other key practitioners to note include Michael Bray, who focuses on transport sector matters; Coralie McKeivor, a key contact for handling telecoms infrastructure projects; and Daniel Cuthbert, who regularly assists with property disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Duncan Tringham
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Daniel Cuthbert; Michael Bray; Coralie McKeivor; Emilie Criddle; Gareth Fortey; Ella Carroll
Referenzen
‘Deep telecoms sector knowledge.’
‚Freeths cuts through the complexity to deliver clear advice and commercially sound, workable solutions.‘
‚The team are knowledgeable, friendly and responsive.‘
Kernmandanten
Allerdale Borough Council
Amber Valley Borough Council
Ashfield District Council
Audlem Parish Council
Babergh District Council
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Basildon Borough Council
Bassetlaw District Council
Bath and North East Somerset Council
Bedford Borough Council
Bingham Town Council
Birmingham City Council
Blaby District Council
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
Bolsover District Council
Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the Cornwall Council on the next phase of the Langarth Garden Village project.
Browne Jacobson LLP
Browne Jacobson LLP has a solid track record in acting for local authorities in a wide range of disputes, with particular expertise in advising on professional negligence claims. The team is led by Joanne Pruden, who handles disputes concerning social care issues. Dale Collins has extensive experience in assisting clients in the health and safety and environmental sectors with regulatory criminal matters, and Angela Williams acts for national health bodies in clinical negligence and psychiatric harm claims.
Praxisleiter:
Joanne Pruden
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dale Collins; Nigel Lyons; Angela Williams
Kernmandanten
Municipal Mutual Insurance
Zurich
Gallagher Basset
Resolute
Devon County Council
Cornwall Council
Isle of Wight Council
London Borough of Barnet
Chesterfield Borough Council
Dorset Council
Birmingham City Council
Plymouth Community Homes
London Fire Brigade
TLT
At TLT, the group’s workload includes advising local authorities on property, leasing and planning matters, procurement work, regulatory issues and litigation. The team is led by Bill Hull, who specialises in public procurement matters. David Isaacson is active on a wide spectrum of corporate and commercial cases, and Nicola Mead-Batten focuses on regulatory matters.
Praxisleiter:
Bill Hull
Weitere Kernanwälte:
David Isaacson; Nicola Mead-Batten
Kernmandanten
Waltham Forest Borough Council
Bath and North East Somerset Council
Somerset County Council
Bristol City Council
London Borough of Brent
London Borough of Ealing
Information Commissioners Office
British Medical Association
Ofsted
Birmingham City Council
Manchester Airport Group
University College London
Trowers & Hamlins LLP
Trowers & Hamlins LLP is well known for handling planning and housing work for local authorities. The group has experience in advising on redevelopment work and regeneration schemes. The practice is jointly led by John Turnbull and Rory Stracey from the Exeter office; Turnbull stands out for his expertise in TUPE matters, and Stracey assists with housing issues. Stephen Moore and Gail White are key contacts for property acquisition cases. Lynne Rathbone left the firm in September 2024.
Praxisleiter:
John Turnbull; Rory Stracey
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Stephen Moore; Gail White
Referenzen
‚‘Rory Stracey is always very approachable and happy to help.’
‘The team is always very available and responsive to any queries, and are quick to understand the issues at hand.’
‚Friendly and diligent. Gets the job done.‘
Kernmandanten
Barking and Dagenham Reside Regeneration Limited
Rosherville Development Company Ltd
Thanet District Council
Wealdon District Council
Dorset Council
East Devon District Council
West of England Combined Authority
Rother District Council
East Devon District Council
Leicestershire County Council
Lancaster County Council
London Borough of Hillingdon
South Somerset District Council
Gloucester City Council
Bristol City Council
Tewkesbury Borough Council
Bath & North East Somerset Council
Torbay Council
Birmingham City Council
Sedgemoor District Council
Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council
Tamworth Borough Council
London Borough of Camden
Westminster City Council
Cheltenham Borough Council
Epping Borough Council
Sevenoaks District Council
Kent County Council
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Gravesham Borough Council
Cambridge City Council
Three Rivers District Council
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Torbay Council on its acquisition of former hotel premises to convert into 14 residential units to be used as affordable housing for local people.