‘The difference with this firm is that they are attentive and proactive and they listen. If challenged at any point they are respectful and reasonable in their conclusions. They are excellent team workers and value for money .Lastly and most importantly they are masters in their own fields. They can be relied on to provide excellent advice within very tight time constraints and are very approachable and helpful if there is a last minute drama.’

‘Colin Murray is the Head of Local Government and is the only Partner I have known in 30 years who truly knows and understands local government governance in great depth.’

‘ We have always found the firm to be highly competent, prompt to respond and to have a clear commercial approach in solving issues as they arise. The firm offers very good value for money and has adapted well to the newer ways of working such as remote meetings on Teams. We have been able to source appropriate advice from their national network of offices without difficulty.’

‘As a public sector client we find DWF Law’s Partners and senior legal staff very knowledgeable of our delivery requirements, providing excellent advice that helps us work with private sector developers, as well as securing external funding. Examples include assistance in understanding changes in State Aid rules, public procurement, delivery under the Homes England frameworks and in the application of the NEC suite of contracts.’

‘I have found Browne Jacobson very practical with their advice. They are up to date with developments in public procurement and always give very comprehensive, pragmatic and credible support.’

‘Mike Mousdale is exceptional and an authority on procurement and local government support. He has a detailed understanding of legislation and can explain matters in simple and practical language.’

‘Michael Mousdale led on the matter with support from others. Michael is responsive and available on the telephone or Teams without delay and understood the nuances of challenges of local government and the politics in this Local Authority.’

‘We have a long-standing relationship with DLA going back a number of years. This allows us to have positive conversations about our requirements with a supplier who is sensitive to our needs and objectives. It also means that although DLA provide specific specialisms, there is a high degree of collaboration and very positive support wherever we need it.’

‘We have worked with Liam Cowell for just over two years and he has been positive in finding us innovative solutions to difficult problems. His experience in the PFI sector is invaluable in this and being able to consider problems from all angles. Liam has been supported brilliantly from this team by Lorna Pattison and Maria Pereira who are both flexible and very focused on finding appropriate solutions.’

‘Still the best, worked with the team for many years, they provide realistic and pragmatic advice, an approachable team.’

‘The team work well together, across a range of specialisms to offer a responsive and professional service to Local Authority clients. They share a broad understanding of the drivers, constraints and legal complexity of local government businesses, and this, combined with the detailed knowledge and experience of each field, results in an efficient and effective service. They are good at ensuring the Brief is accurate, at setting realistic fee estimates and at alerting clients to approaching fee budget caps. Individuals are approachable and offer practical solutions to problems.’

‘I have worked with many individuals within Trowers, and all have been approachable, knowledgeable, and focussed on solutions to problems. They bring energy and drive to the team.’

‘The North West Affordable Team provide a holistic service with access to specialist Practitioners at a national level. The strength and depth of the service provided has been built up over 10s of years practice, working in the sector advising Government, Registered Providers, Local Authorities and other stakeholder maintaining long lasting relations with clients as a trusted, knowledgeable and skilled partner.’

‘Deep understanding of local government clients’ needs. Able to provide practical advice from often vague central government guidance.’

‘Suzanne Benson: Hugely experienced and able to get to the crux of a matter quickly and provide robust, actionable advice.’

‘Can do approach and collaboration working.’

‘They are prepared to offer discounted rates under the EMLS framework, their people are professional and approachable, and the offer a streamlined service in terms of confirming instructions.’

‘They are approachable, knowledgeable and prepared to respond in detail and at short notice.’

‘Supreme experts in their field and have an assuring and calming influence when dealing with me. Very easy to approach and talk to you about the issue. There is never a focus on cost or time, they make you feel relaxed and are always willing to try and meet you at your convenience.’

‘Complete professionals and understand the subject matter and are very easy to work with. They have an ability to explain things in simple terms and are always clear and concise.’

‘Very approachable, talk in plain English and offer sensible strategic advice.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable in the area of law, provide timely advice that is easily understood unlike other firms we have used.’

‘Debbie Reynolds is excellent, she provides clear timely advice and in a way so that it is clearly understood by the client departments. She goes above and beyond expectations to meet critical deadlines. She is very knowledgeable about her area of law and is willing to impart that knowledge to others.’

‘Debbie Reynolds – down to earth, approachable and deeply talented.’