Weightmans LLP delivers a comprehensive legal service to local authorities, supporting a wide range of matters, from major regeneration and property transactions to governance, litigation, procurement, delivers a comprehensive legal service to local authorities, supporting a wide range of matters from major regeneration and property transactions to governance, litigation, procurement and social care. The firm advises on public sector challenges, including equal pay, construction disputes, shared services, state aid and commercial arrangements. Simon Goacher is a trusted adviser on complex governance and vires issues, frequently appointed to conduct independent reviews on sensitive matters. Stephen Johns specialises in infrastructure and major projects, advising on the successful delivery of large-scale public sector developments. Vincent King brings expertise in procurement law, advising on development agreements, frameworks, contract variations and company structures aligned with public sector requirements.
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Testimonials
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‘Extremely experienced in local government matters.’
‘Simon Goacher is an excellent lawyer who always operates in a very helpful and pragmatic way, which is focused on outcomes for his clients.’
Key clients
- West of England Combined Authority
- Association of Directors of Public Health
Work highlights
Advising Greater Manchester Combined Authority and local authorities on Project Skyline a significant project which seeks to address failures in the market for residential children’s care.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Simon Goacher
Other key lawyers
Stephen Johns; Vincent King