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Weightmans

Local Government

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Weightmans

Rankings

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Local Government - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Weightmans is well versed in all aspects of public sector law and acts for numerous local authorities across the UK. It has significant experience in funding, service transformation and real estate matters. The team offers support to local councils on matters involving regeneration projects, public procurement and housing, while assisting with a range of subsidy control and governance issues. In addition, the firm is experienced in handling employment matters arising within the local government context.

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Strengths

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  • Weightmans has strong knowledge and experience across the local government sector supported by a common sense practical approach

    Local Government respondentUK

  • It's got good knowledge and experience at a very reasonable rates.

    Local Government respondentUK

  • Weightmans has been excellent when faced with complex matters. Weightmans was very helpful in ensuring that it understood everything before making a decision on how to proceed.

    Local Government respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Simon Goacher
    Simon Goacher

    Simon Goacher

    Simon Goacher heads the local government practice at Weightmans. He often advises on internal investigations, governance issues and infrastructure projects, as well as acting in connection with monitoring issues.

    • He is an excellent adviser on all levels.

      Local Government respondentUK

    • Simon has in-depth knowledge of complex code of conduct matters.

      Local Government respondentUK

    • Simon is fantastic, with a wealth of governance experience he provides sound, solution focused advice.

      Local Government respondentUK

    • I completely trust and respect Simons advice on matters such as local authority governance and standards.

      Local Government respondentUK
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