Known for its work at the intersection of public and not-for-profit sectors, Bates Wells advises on service transformation, governance and regulatory matters. The team has particular expertise in helping local authorities spin out services into charities and social enterprises, and form collaborative partnerships. Augustus Della-Porta leads the practice, with a focus on restructuring and service delivery models. Matthew Smith advises on public and regulatory law, while Suhan Rajkumar and Charlie Miller provide additional support across procurement, governance and complex public sector projects.
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Testimonials
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‘The team had a collaborative approach and felt that our input was needed and reflected upon to get the correct policies in place for us.’
‘Genuine commitment to understanding the distinct challenges of the client; willingness to take time to navigate and resolve issues.’
‘Kind and considerate people who care about the relationships as well as the work.’
Key clients
- Gloucestershire County Council
- Football Foundation
- Richmond Fellowship
- The Ramblers
- Workers’ Educational Association
- Public Sector Audit Appointments
- Waltham Forest Music Service
- SEL Music Education Ltd
- Swindon Music Service
- Central Bedfordshire Council
- Music Mark
- Youth Connect South West
Work highlights
Acted for Gloucestershire County Council, instructing on behalf of the Swindon, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Music Hub, for receipt of Arts Council grant funding for local music education.
Acted for Music Mark in relation to the recommissioning of Arts Council for local music education.
Acted for Central Bedfordshire Council, in its capacity as lead organisation for the Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes area Music Hub, for receipt of Arts Council grant funding for local music education.
Practice head
Augustus Della-Porta
Other key lawyers
Matthew Smith; Suhan Rajkumar; Charlie Miller