Trowers & Hamlins LLP’s expertise in developments, governance, and income generation allows it to maintain close relationships with various city, borough, and county councils across the UK. The team handles high-value housing projects and estate regenerations and advises on investment decisions, procurement contracts, and commercial arrangements for critical services. Birmingham-based head of the team is Amardeep Gill who is known for his work on leisure and green mobility projects. Scott Dorling is a social housing and regeneration expert and leads on large scale regeneration projects; Chris Plumley further enhances this expertise. Paul McDermott advises on funding and governance for development projects, while Darren Ashworth in Manchester undertakes a wide variety of projects and Patrick Morris is experienced in public sector property. Victoria Thornton is recommended for commercial arrangements. Helen Randall retired in March 2024 and Lucy Doran left the firm to join Bevan Brittan LLP in February 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Amardeep and the team are passionate about local government, they are renowned in the industry. They look for an innovative approach to solve complex issues, always taking the time to understand the issue and explaining in simple terms the law and how obstacles can be overcome.'
- 'It so important to understand the wider environment of Local Government, and this team not only understands it but leads on the challenges within the sector often offering meaningful courses and insights. They truly have a passion for Local Government and are an asset to the Public Sector.’
‘Amardeep has assisted the authority on countless occasions often coming to the rescue at short notice and when matters are difficult and complex. Amardeep is approachable, always available and pragmatic in his advice. He leads his team with the same passion to ensure that all of his team are delivering the same level of service. I would recommend without reservation.’
Key clients
- London Borough of Hillingdon
- West Midlands Combined Authority
- Westminster City Council
- Various Local Authority Leisure Operations
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Cheltenham Borough Council
- Belfast City Council
- Kent County Council
- Lichfield District Council
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
- London Borough of Hounslow
- Croydon Council
- Urban Growth Company and Solihull Metropolitan BC
- West Midlands Combined Authority (Contactless)
- East Hampshire District Council
- London Borough of Southwark
- West Midlands Pension Fund
Work highlights
- Advised the London Borough of Hillingdon on a wide range of procurements (including the Hayes regeneration), disputes and public health contracts (including the Provider Selection Regime).
- Advised the West Midlands Combined Authority on a number of major software projects (including the Digital Twin Project and MaaS Project) and real estate projects (including strategic acquisitions and disposals and development projects).
- Advised the London Borough of Lambeth on the delivery of a £300m community regeneration scheme for up to 2,500 homes.
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Amardeep Gill