Planning, infrastructure and property matters, and litigation are all strengths of the local government practice at Addleshaw Goddard. The team acts on major transactions in the energy, transport, and public infrastructure sectors, and is skilled at handling procurement cases. Anna Heaton leads the practice, specialising in developments and public sector investment projects, along with Ian Smith, who advises on commercial property work. Sara Gilmore focuses on infrastructure projects and partnering arrangements, while Paul Hirst has rail and transport expertise. Richard Goodfellow and Louise Dobson are also noted.
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Anna Heaton
Anna Heaton
Practice head

Anna Heaton; Ian Smith; Sara Gilmore

Other key lawyers

Paul Hirst; Richard Goodfellow; Louise Dobson