Local Government
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 4
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Provided by Ashfords LLP
Our 92 public sector lawyers advise local and national government organisations and other public sector bodies on all relevant legal issues.
We understand that public sector organisations operate in a high pressure environment, facing the challenge of facilitating service delivery improvements against the backdrop of ever-diminishing resources.
We are at the forefront of meeting these challenges head-on, and has an excellent track record of developing solutions for its clients in these demanding times. We are well aware of the political dimension of satisfying functions and the delivery of services and are experienced in operating in a public sector context.
Our experts know how to assist our clients in achieving their aspirations within the context of the rules.
Chambers Review
Ashfords is an experienced group noted for its expertise in major infrastructure and regeneration projects, subsidy control and employment work. The team advises local authorities on outsourcing, joint venture agreements and matters involving public procurement. It also provides cross-disciplinary expertise with deep strength in a range of real estate and construction projects involving public entities.
Lucy Woods is a key contact.
Work Highlights
- Ashfords advised the London Boroughs of Wandsworth and Richmond Upon Thames on the procurement framework agreements for care services for people with learning disabilities.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ashfords have always been able to access specialist expertise within their wider team when needed."
"They were excellent in handling our case and have a diverse and strong team."
"They are great at solution-finding and look to provide creative advice. Ashfords are a real pleasure to work with."
"Ashfords have always been able to access specialist expertise within their wider team when needed."
"They were excellent in handling our case and have a diverse and strong team."
"They are great at solution-finding and look to provide creative advice. Ashfords are a real pleasure to work with."
Members
Provided by Ashfords LLP
Chris Marks
David Richardson
Duncan Moors
Elizabeth Gibson
Elizabeth Johnson
Flora Wood
Jeremy Asher
Jessica Taylor
Michael Gay
Clients
Provided by Ashfords LLP
Brick by Brick Croydon Limited
Cornwall Council
Council of the Isles of Scilly
Devon County Council
Dorset County Council
East Devon District Council
Herefordshire Council
Homes for Lambeth Limited
London Borough of Hackney
London Borough of Lambeth
London Borough of Newham
London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
London Borough of Wandsworth
Mendip District Council
Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
Torbay Council
Westminster City Council
Industries
Provided by Ashfords LLP
Energy: advice on structuring, financing, construction, development & operation of renewable energy schemes, projects, investments & transactions
Facilities Management: advice on the outsourcing & procurement of both Hard and Soft FM services
Finance: drafting & negotiating grant agreements (including ERDF schemes), loans facilities, banking & associated State aid issues
Health & Safety: providing a comprehensive legal risk & liability assessments in relation to Health & Safety in either a defence or prosecution role
Health & Social Care: advice on compliance risks, addressing workforce & business continuity challenges, managing disputes & commercial contracts
Telecommunications: advising on high speed broadband projects including funding, procurement, vires & State aid
• Housing & Regeneration: advice on the full development process spanning land, planning, property litigation, procurement, construction & plot sales
• Technology: advising on software, hardware, maintenance & support contracts, escrow, cloud solutions & NFC agreements.