About

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Facing the challenges of evolving government legislation, local government departments and authorities are under considerable structural, political and financial pressures.

Our team of specialist local government lawyers understand these pressures and provide extensive advice to local authorities, government departments, developers and private individuals.

Many of our cross-departmental team have previously worked in-house for local authorities and so are well versed in the law, practice and procedures of local government. The team also includes individuals from a wide range of the firm’s practice areas, including projects, planning, environment, real estate services, procurement, commercial and corporate law.

With a comprehensive understanding of the law and practicalities of local government – many of our lawyers hold the Law Society’s Diploma in local government law and practice – we offer pragmatic, commercial advice that aligns with your policy objectives.

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What the Team is Known For

Burges Salmon is well versed in advising across a range of issues that affect local authorities. The team has a strong presence in the field of local authority pension schemes and significant experience in compulsory purchase issues, as well as experience in regeneration and infrastructure projects. It is also adept at providing advice across a range of areas including procurement, planning, commercial and corporate law.

Work Highlights

  • Burges Salmon advised Isle of Anglesey County Council in relation to the Energy Island programme.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Marcus Walters
Associates to watch

Marcus Walters is a solicitor in Burges Salmon's Commercial department specialising in projects.

Marcus is an outstanding professional and has been pivotal in our success.

In any contentious negotiation, you would want Marcus Walters by your side.

Marcus has provided timely advice and produced all that was required, including solutions and options not previously considered.

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Marcus Walters
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Members

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Gary Soloman

Gary Soloman

Head of Department