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Thomsons

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Thomsons

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About

Provided by Thomsons

Thomsons provides legal services to government and government entities at all levels and to organisations working with them.

We know that navigating government and regulatory regimes requires not only legal knowledge but also a deep understanding of the operations of Government, and the legislative and policy frameworks in which Government operates. We offer a solution focused approach which cuts through complexity to achieve objectives and outcomes.

We provide advice and assistance on matters including major project work, the operation of legislation, regulations and powers, legislative lobbying, Government reform and privatisation, public-private partnerships, joint ventures, statutory interpretation, and administrative law.

Our clients include government corporations, statutory authorities, state and federal government departments, local councils, private sector tenderers, developers, and financiers. We are on the government legal panels for the Commonwealth, Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia governments. We are also on the legal panel for Western Australia government agency Development WA.

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Government - Australia

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What the Team is Known For

Thomsons boasts a team recognised for its expertise in public sector initiatives and strategic advisory services. It provides strategic guidance and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and is proficient in managing complex contractual negotiations. The team ably handles intricate and sensitive projects for government clients across Australia.

Work Highlights

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  • Thomsons assisted with the establishment of a Queensland State Government-funded Battery Industry Concierge Service.

Strengths

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  • Thompsons is held in high regard across the industry for its knowledge and expertise in effective service delivery.

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  • The firm possess a deep understanding of professional misconduct within the ACT legal sector. Their extensive experience in the field establishes them as subject matter experts.

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  • They have proven their ability to be flexible to our requirements.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeoplePaul Vane-Tempest
    Senior StatespeoplePaul Vane-Tempest

    Paul Vane-Tempest

    Paul Vane-Tempest is highly regarded for his experience acting for the Commonwealth Government and for public bodies. He is noted for his expertise in relation to employment and health and safety matters.
    • Paul has a good reputation in the commonwealth.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Paul Vane-Tempest is well regarded.

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  • Band 2Steve McKinney
    Band 2Steve McKinney

    Steve McKinney

    Steve McKinney regularly acts for departments of the Commonwealth Government, most notably the Department of Defence, which he advises in relation to procurement, contracting and infrastructure projects.
  • Band 3Angela Summersby
    Band 3Angela Summersby

    Angela Summersby

    Angela Summersby is noted for her experience acting for the Commonwealth Government on technology, procurement and contracting matters.
    • Angela is well regarded in the commercial space.

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  • Band 3Sarah Ross-Smith
    Band 3Sarah Ross-Smith

    Sarah Ross-Smith

    Sarah Ross-Smith has experience acting for government departments and agencies at both a Commonwealth and state level. She provides advice on a range of matters, including material procurement projects, government schemes and governance issues for public bodies.
    • Sarah Ross-Smith has been very helpful.

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    • Sarah is highly regarded by clients. She is available, hard-working and a go-to for defence matters.

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Australia

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