Projects, energy and natural resources
Browne Jacobson LLP advises a plethora of North West authorities, as well as national organisations, including well-known names such as National Highways, with clients describing the team as ‘truly exceptional in its depth of knowledge, responsiveness, and strategic insight’. The broad practice covers procurement, disputes and financing advice across a range of real estate, social care, commercial health, waste management, transport and software licensing projects. Bradley Martin leads the team and is a public procurement expert, handling a range of infrastructure and regeneration projects as well as drafting procurement documentation in preparation of the new Procurement Act. Michael Mousdale covers public procurement, commercial public sector projects and waste and recycling initiatives, Peter Ware specialises in government commercial matters and Alex Kynoch– who was made partner in May 2024- has experience working with NHS trusts, education bodies and central government and specialises in subsidy control matters. Darren Ashworth joined the practice in July 2024 from Trowers & Hamlins LLP, while Simran Kaur joined in January 2025 from Pinsent Masons LLP.
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Profile
Position
Mike is a partner in our government and infrastructure team. Mike specialises in public procurement, commercial public sector projects and leads our Waste and Recycling Group. He is recognised as a leading expert in local government law and public procurement. Mike advises on innovative transactional work for public sector bodies and those who supply to the public sector.
After an early career in local government, Mike became a leading procurement and projects lawyer, advising upon many of the first PFI/PPP projects and delivering some of the most innovative deals in the public sector, including the first LLP structured partnership Kier Sheffield LLP and a number of strategic partnerships (including joint ventures arrangements under the One Barnet programme).
Mike has advised on a number of landmark PFI deals, including the Greater Manchester and Merseyside Waste schemes, the Greater Manchester Police project and a number of schools projects, including the first all secondary school estate project (Haringey), the first Voluntary Aided project (Cardinal Heenan in Leeds) and the first SEN PFI (Salford).
Mike is a regular speaker on procurement and alternative delivery vehicles for organisations such as CIPF An and White Paper. He wrote the Legal Guidance on collaboration for the Welsh Local Government Association and recently authored a guide on Insourcing for CIPFA.
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Testimonials
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‘Browne Jacobson LLP’s team is truly exceptional in its depth of knowledge, responsiveness, and strategic insight. What sets them apart is their ability to blend legal precision with a practical understanding of the public sector’s unique demands. Their advice is consistently clear, commercially grounded, and tailored to real-world challenges facing local authorities.’
‘The individuals I’ve worked with at Browne Jacobson consistently demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a genuine commitment to client service. Particularly impressive is Mike Mousdale, who brings calm authority and sharp legal mind to every issue, and, whose responsiveness and collaborative approach have been invaluable. Their ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across all levels, including elected members, has made a real difference.’
‘Our contact at Browne Jacobson has been patient, innovative and very accommodating to an evolving contract situation. They provide solutions and work up bespoke documentation to address joint procurement challenges. They have also brought in specialist expertise as and when the project required.’
‘Michael Mousdale our main contact has been very available and has a huge range of experience and expertise which he willingly shared. We were able to quickly address any challenging situations with confidence, due to his breadth of experience.’
‘Very accommodating, personable, friendly and easy to work with. Keen to understand their client and make themselves available for calls. Strong team so able to provide advice at short notice.’
‘Bradley Martin- excellent advice, very approachable and down to earth and able to deliver advice on time. Ability to work well with all members of the team (from seniors to juniors) and provide relevant advice that breaks down the issues.’
Key clients
- National Highways
- East London Waste Authority
- Liverpool City Council
- South Ribble Borough Council and Chorley Borough Council (joint instruction)
- Wrexham University
- Northern Ireland Audit Office
- NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
- Wigan Council
- Salford City Council
- Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council
- Western Riverside Waste Authority
- Lampton Leisure Limited