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Brodies' local government practice is unmatched in terms of its experience and expertise. We have more than 80 lawyers working in the sector, and advise major city councils as well as clients who operate across Scotland; from Shetland to the Borders. We also act in UK matters, including heat and power projects and cross border litigation.

We field multi-disciplinary teams for major local authority projects, and expertise within our firm includes niche areas: governance, election law, judicial review and statutory appeals, private legislation, local government finance, investigations and ALEOS, including for district heating schemes and sport and leisure.

Clients trust us with instructions of a sensitive nature; from internal investigations arising from whistleblowing, to providing advice directly to council and committee meetings.

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Local Government - Scotland

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What the Team is Known For

Brodies has a top-class local government practice with significant knowledge of infrastructure and governance matters. The firm has strong sector experience and is often instructed to handle the most complex and high-profile issues in Scotland. It has recently been involved in a series of innovative projects, and acts for major city councils across Scotland, as well as elsewhere in the UK. In addition, the team provides a range of resources to local authorities including advice on judicial reviews and issues arising out of the pandemic.

Work Highlights

  • Brodies LLP advised Argyll & Bute council on a number of transport and infrastructure related issues.

Strengths

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We value Brodies because they are expert, pragmatic and deliver. They understand the public sector nuances and the political environment. They provide balanced innovative solutions to meet our needs.

Local Government respondent
UK

Brodies is strong in all areas we have needed. The team is very attentive, client focused and has the experience we need with a personal approach.

Local Government respondent
UK

Brodies really understands the way in which the local government operates and have a broad range of expertise in this area. Lawyers are always quick to respond with logical, well reasoned advice.

Local Government respondent
UK

The lawyers at Brodies all have formidable intellect and are able to break down the most complex of matters into the simplest of dimensions. Nothing is too much trouble for them. They are excellent.

Local Government respondent
UK

One real strength of Brodies is their ability to distil difficult matters in a way that enables the client to make informed decisions.

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Notable Practitioners

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Niall McLean
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Niall McLean
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Niall McLean regularly acts on contentious matters on behalf of local authorities. He has strength across a spectrum of matters, including sensitive employment disputes, investigations and housing litigation.

Niall is very supportive and has been excellent in understanding our business needs.

Niall has excellent practical knowhow and puts the client at ease. He manages and overviews matters so well too.

Niall is a trusted legal adviser with a comprehensive understanding of the environment we work in.

Niall is an excellent lawyer.

Niall can turn his hand to everything. He provides holistic advice.

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Jamie Dunne
Jamie Dunne
Star Associates

Jamie Dunne is a senior associate in the local government team at Brodies. He specialises in advising third parties in dealings with local authorities, public procurement law and compulsory purchase, among other areas.

Jamie is exceptionally helpful and is commercially astute.

Jamie is an excellent lawyer.

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Niall McLean
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Niall McLean
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Jamie Dunne
Star Associates
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