Local government
Our Local Government team is headed by Richard Blackman. The team has extensive experience in advising on all aspects of law affecting local government. In particular, they advise on legal and procedural matters affecting local authorities including, housing, building control, environmental health, data protection and freedom of information law. They have advised on a number of large regeneration schemes, both residential and commercial and have experience in project financing, land assembly, procurement, development agreements and planning.
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"We couldn’t have done it without Kate. Her professionalism, flexibility and good humour have been invaluable. I would be delighted to work with Vertex again in the future." Christine Waterman, Head of Housing |
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“We called on Vertex Law when we needed to fill a crucial position at Shepway Council. It was good to have Lee as part of our legal team.” Wendy Head, Corporate Director, Shepway Council |
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"I have instructed Richard Blackman on a sensitive commercial issue which, thanks to his timely advice, was brought to a satisfactory conclusion. I have always found Richard and his team at Vertex to be knowledgeable, friendly and they provide a good value-for-money service." Clive Moore, Assistant Chief Executive, Tandridge Council |
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"The council were delighted that the transaction proceeded smoothly without any hitches." Richard Galbraith, Principal Valuer, Canterbury City Council |
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