Showcasing dedicated local government sector expertise — covering all elements of governance, regeneration, and planning issues — Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP has a ‘thorough understanding’ of complex procurement projects. The team is highly accustomed to handling employment and TUPE matters, with an additional focus on housing development disposals. Birmingham-based department head Matthew Gregson focuses on senior-level departures and disciplinary issues. Claire Ward mainly acts for monitoring officers and members, while Mark Cook handles joint ventures. Douglas Mullen is knowledgeable in the social housing sphere, and Stuart Evans leads the firm’s planning law division. Emma Lloyd is also recommended.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Anthony Collins has a thorough understanding of Local Government Law and the context of Local Government Practice.’

  • ‘Mark Cook and Emma Lloyd both understand the needs of Local Government and provide commercially focused, cost-effective advice.’

Key clients

  • Birmingham City Council
  • Coventry City Council

Work highlights

Provided legal support to West Northamptonshire Council for the procurement of residual waste treatment services and management of household waste recycling centre services via a competitive dialogue. The value of the waste services over the potential 15 year term is £237,000,000.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Matthew Gregson

Other key lawyers

Claire Ward; Mark Cook; Douglas Mullen; Stuart Evans; Emma Lloyd; Alex Lawrence; Gayle Monk