Bevan Brittan LLP is well known in the region for advising on a wide range of local government matters, including cases involving PPP projects, employment issues and devolution matters. The client base includes local councils and ombudsman services. Bristol-based practice head Sarah Lamont focuses on employment law matters, while Chris Harper advises on transactional work, with particular expertise in handling regeneration and property development cases. Louise Robling is a key contact for contentious construction matters; Emily Heard acts on procurement cases; and Nadeem Arshad has expertise in advising clients from the energy sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at Bevan Brittan offers outstanding quality work and deliver on projects by utilising the mix of skills they hold across their firm to suit the requirements of each instruction.'
‘The strength comes from a depth of knowledge.’
‘Deep knowledge of procurement requirements.’
‘They are very flexible, responsive and collaborative in their approach while being clear in their presentation and consideration of options, advice and submissions.’
‘They really understand our business and our context and provide measured, practical advice.’
‘Desire to do a good job, very knowledgeable and work as part of a project team.’
Key clients
- Local Government Association
- South Gloucestershire Council
- London Borough of Sutton
- Royal Borough of Greenwich
- Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council
- Somerset Council
- London Borough of Hackney
- Birmingham City Council
- Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
- Leicestershire County Council
- London Borough of Barnet
- The County Council of the City and County of Cardiff
Work highlights
Acting for fifty Fire and Rescue Authorities in England and Wales concerning claims brought by over 12,000 firefighters across the UK concerning pensions.
Advising Birmingham City Council on its £500m waste PPP project.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Sarah Lamont
Other key lawyers
Chris Harper; Nadeem Arshad; Emily Heard; Louise Robling