Eversheds Sutherland, Administrative & Public Law

About

Provided by Eversheds Sutherland

The Welsh Administrative and Public Law team at Eversheds Sutherland is recognised as a leading provider of legal services for government departments, advising on complex projects. For long-term, high-value initiatives, experienced lawyers working as one team is essential. The team, which sits within Eversheds’ dedicated Governments and Infrastructure group, understands that government projects are strategically important, often intricate, and undergo rigorous scrutiny in highly regulated environments. Clients need exceptional legal expertise paired with comprehensive sector-specific knowledge.

All relevant lawyers have substantial sector experience. This ensures tailored advice and market insight. Clients consistently describe the team as innovative and skilled in advanced legal work. The team offers pragmatic, commercial guidance aligned to the regulatory framework governing the public sector.

The practice supports government clients in diverse disciplines:

• Corporate & Finance

• Commercial

• Competition & Procurement

• Data Privacy, Security, Technology & AI

• Employment & Pensions

• Litigation & Dispute Management

• Insurance

• Public Inquiries and Investigations

• Inquests

• Real Estate & Planning

• Policy & Regulatory

Chambers Review

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Administrative & Public Law - Wales

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland has a strong track record of acting in public inquiries on behalf of core participants, as well as serving as solicitors to an inquiry. The firm's contentious capabilities also include internal investigations, professional disciplinary proceedings and judicial reviews. It is also adept at advising public sector clients on governance, service delivery models, pension funds and significant infrastructure projects. An international presence allows for additional strength in advising sovereign states on public international law issues. The team is based in Cardiff.

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Work Highlights

Eversheds Sutherland advised the Ministry of Defence on the inquiry investigating allegations of killings by the UK Special Forces in Afghanistan.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Eversheds Sutherland has unrivalled experience in public inquiries. The team have exceptional breadth of experience and are incredibly aware of the political dynamics and issues that come up.