Jenny Thorp
+44 (0)1293 605061
Local Government
DMH Stallard have been working with Local Government for over ten years. We work with London local authorities, county, borough and district councils. Our clients include the London Borough's of Croydon; Westminster; Southwark; Merton; and Enfield.
We are regarded as one of the best advisers to local government in the UK by the independent research directory, Chambers and Partners UK who place DMH Stallard top in the South.
“The group attracts praise for its well-constructed and thoroughly thought-through solutions and its dedication and long-standing relationships with local authorities”
Chambers and Partners UK
Our Team is made up of experts from across the Firm's key practice areas who have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the way local authorities operate. All our lawyers understand the public interests and statutory limitations that a local authority must adhere to.
The advice we deliver will always take into account your duty to act fairly, for proper purposes and at all times in the public interest. We will aim to ensure that our advice is always aligned with your objectives and we focus on delivering results that provide tangible long-term benefits to local authorities. We always consider union involvement, political sensitivities and potential press interest when advising on any project.
Our experts advise across the suite of legal disciplines including:
| Commercial Law All types of commercial agreements and statutory provisions such as Data Protection and Freedom of Information Employment Law Strategic and Operational projects Housing Full housing management services Litigation Leading dispute resolution service including full Judicial Review advice Planning All aspects of the planning regulations including environmental and planning consultancy Procurement Detailed knowledge of the procurement process and associated regulations | Prosecutions Complex public prosecutions and high-volume projects Real Estate Major regeneration and development projects. Routine transactions and maximising revenue from property assets Real Estate Litigation Including leasehold enforcement, Anti-social behaviour Regulatory and Public Law Including advice on statutory limitations, standards and corporate governance Revenue Generation and Protection Advice on maximising revenue from alternative streams including standard debt recovery services |
“Croydon Council's Legal Division has enjoyed a close working relationship with the firm for more than 5 years. We have built up methods of working together, and a considerable knowledge of each other's systems, through partnership working. Above all, we have always found them to be particularly responsive to our needs, and a welcoming and friendly firm to work with.”
Deborah King
Borough Solicitor
London Borough of Croydon
Deborah King
Borough Solicitor
London Borough of Croydon
