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Eversheds Sutherland

Administrative & Public Law: Mainly Public Sector & Charities

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Eversheds Sutherland

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The Administrative and Public Law team at Eversheds Sutherland, is part of the dedicated Governments and Infrastructure group and is recognised for advising government departments, public bodies and private clients involved in public law matters on complex, high-value projects. Their work is often subject to rigorous scrutiny in highly regulated environments, requiring both exceptional legal expertise and sector-specific knowledge.

Clients consistently describe the team as innovative and skilled in advanced legal work, with a pragmatic and commercial approach that aligns with public sector regulations. The team’s significant experience ensures that it delivers tailored advice informed by market insight.

The team supports government clients across a wide range of disciplines, including:

  • Public inquiries and investigations
  • Corporate & Finance
  • Commercial
  • Competition & Procurement
  • Data Privacy, Security, Technology & AI
  • Employment & Pensions
  • Insurance
  • Inquests
  • Litigation & Dispute Management
  • Policy & Regulatory
  • Real Estate & Planning

Clients (4)

  • Ministry of Defence
  • South London Coroner
  • A number of universities
  • Haemophilia Society

Chambers Review

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Administrative & Public Law: Mainly Public Sector & Charities - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Eversheds Sutherland has a respected administrative and public law practice that predominantly assists public sector clients. It advises clients on a range of matters including defending judicial reviews, participation in public inquiries and governance reform. The team has significant expertise in transport and infrastructure-related projects. In addition, the firm is strengthened by its ability to rely on its offices nationwide to assist its client base.
Notable practitioners

Nicolette Sanders is a key contact.

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Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland acted on behalf of The Haemophilia Society, a Core Participant in the Infected Blood Inquiry. This included preparing witness evidence, assisting members to obtain their medical records, reviewing and managing disclosures and drafting submissions and preparing evidence on behalf of The Society.

Strengths

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  • At Eversheds, we always get high quality, well-considered and explained expert advice. They translate complex legal concepts, identify risks and provide an outstanding service.

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  • Eversheds demonstrate technical expertise explained in a clear way, with evidenced examples of where there are subtleties and peculiarities to how the law works in practice.

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  • Eversheds Sutherland have subject expertise, professionalism and a willingness to adapt. They excel at relationship building and are committed to delivering a high quality service.

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  • The Eversheds Sutherland team is highly efficient and diverse with significant experience and depth of talent. From partner level to paralegals, all that I have worked with are team players.

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Members

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  • Nicolette Sanders

  • Sarah Jones

    Head of Department

  • Isabelle Mitchell

  • Angharad Hurle

  • Piers Doggart

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