LAWYER PROFILE
Peter Ware

Peter Ware

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Career

Recognised by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 as a leading expert in public law and procurement, Peter is the head of Browne Jacobson’s Government practice. Specialising in contentious and non-contentious procurement matters, Peter supports public and private sector clients to get the very best out of their regulated procurement activity.

Peter’s extensive experience also means that he can advise clients on a variety of commercial matters for both government and supplier-to-government clients.

Prior to joining Browne Jacobson, Peter was a special projects adviser for Nottinghamshire County Council – meaning he really understands the pressures faced by in-house counsel when leading major projects.

Peter is dedicated to helping clients achieve their Net Zero aims. Peter has been instrumental in supporting the Midlands Engine in developing their 10-point plan for Green Growth. As Chair of the Midlands Engine Green Growth Board, Peter continues to champion their work by working with businesses, public bodies, academia and the third sector to achieve genuine change through innovation and growth.

Peter is also the Finance and Membership Secretary of the Procurement Lawyers Association, and on the editorial Board for Lexis Nexis Local Government and a regular public speaker.

Professional Memberships

He is also Finance and Membership Secretary of the Procurement Lawyers Association, on the editorial board of CIPFA’s TISOnline, on the editorial Board for Lexis Nexis Local Government and a regular public speaker.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Local Government - UK-wide

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Head of the local government offering at Browne Jacobson, Peter Ware has a respected practice that sees him act on matters including large-scale projects and investment acquisitions for local councils. He is based in the firm's Nottingham office.

Public Procurement - UK-wide

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Peter Ware advises on all aspects of tender processes and challenges to procurement decisions. He acts for government and private sector clients and is particularly expert on public-to-public co-operation and outsourcing.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Peter Ware has provided clear and straightforward advice and also demonstrated an understanding of the political context within which all our decisions are made.

    Local GovernmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Peter Ware is one of the leading local and central government public lawyers and has built his team to an exceptional level.

    Local GovernmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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