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expert public sector and education legal services

We are one of the most experienced law firms in the region and are especially proud of our work for the Public Sector. The sector is ruled by its very own dynamics. Statutory frameworks alone are a fast changing and complex field. However, policy constraints, EU regulations and funding rules complicate matters further. Then there is commissioning. Legal pitfalls are common. Why not let us help you?

about the knights public sector and education team

We've seen many public legal frameworks come and go in our time. Richard Lashmore has a team of 5 people with a wide range of experience. Their pool of knowledge, networks and experience is vast. To tap into this pool, all you need to do is get in touch with us. We're looking forward to working with you.

Our philosophy is that getting together with the client as early as possible enables true partnership working, achieving sound, innovative solutions which cannot be challenged. With a client's other advisers we will ensure the perfect result. For sure, that change will continue in the Public Sector, but we'll be here to help you plan and deliver.

how knights solicitors can help you

Regeneration project which could go out of control? Multi-source funding a legal nightmare? Licensing unclear? Commissioning coming along? We're there to help. We see ourselves as part of your team in order to get to grips with the specific challenges facing your organisation. Adjudication, arbitration, mediation and litigation are all available as options. As always, prevention is better than cure, but we can help if prevention fails.

Our main areas of involvement include:

• Employment and human resources issues
• Property development and funding
• Project work, such as regeneration or campus planning
• EU procurement requirements
• Funding for projects including the complexities of multi-source funding
• Public/private sector partnerships
• Licensing
• Commercial agreements

in good company

Clients come to Knights when they want partnership and sound advice. Our team believes that the best way to assist you is to join forces with you and your other advisers. True Partnership.

Whatever the size of your organisation, you'll be in good company when in a working partnership with us. Local authorities at all levels depend on our services. Educational institutions contact us because they know they can count on our advice. Smaller institutions rely on us to understand the big picture for them. We'd love to make life easier for your organisation, too.

get in touch - we are based in newcastle-under-lyme, staffordshire, cheltenham, gloucestershire and alderley edge, cheshire

To find out more about what we can do for you please contact:

Richard Lashmore - Partner

t 01782 349532
e richard.lashmore@knightsllp.co.uk