Public Law Disputes

Public law focuses on legislation relating to the conduct of public bodies and organisations and is designed to make sure that they act fairly, lawfully, and rationally.

Our specialist team advises clients on public law matters as well as public procurement advice and disputes.

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Stewart Morrison

Stewart Morrison

I enjoy the varied nature of litigation. No two cases are ever the same, which is why I decided to specialise in dispute resolution. One of my specialisms is public procurement litigation. I enjoy the fast moving and academically taxing nature of the work, and thanks to my strong academic background, I am able to quickly distil and explain difficult legal concepts.

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Our experience

Public law is a specialist area, with wide reaching implications for others, not just the individuals in the matter. Our team has particular expertise in a number of public law areas. We act for clients involved in Freedom of Information appeals and Information Rights disputes, supporting them through the process including appeals before the First Tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal.

We have also advised clients on bringing and defending applications for judicial review including Stody Estate Limited v Secretary of State for the Environment Food and Rural Affairs, [2018] EWHC 378 (Admin); and Sawkill v Highways England; [2020].

In addition to public law, we support clients with public procurement, including challenging public contract awards and compliance with procurement regulations.

Our clients

We have a track record of working with a range of clients including individuals, partnerships, corporates, not for profit organisations, education providers and trading organisations. Many of our clients are confidential however they all instruct us due to our thorough knowledge of public law and procurement.

Over time we have also developed sector specific expertise including a niche specialism in water abstraction licence appeals and water abstraction advice.

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Legal 500 2026 – Top Tier Firm

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Hear what our client say about us

Stewart is very smart; it’s always a pleasure working with him. He is always thinking about the strategic considerations of a case.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Natalie is a very good litigator who is very dedicated to her clients and incredibly hard-working.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Kate continues to provide an excellent service. She combines a strong knowledge base with an excellent understanding of what clients are seeking to achieve.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Elizabeth Beatty is very well respected when it comes to large shareholder disputes. She is trusted by clients and judges and respected by opponents.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Dominic Hopkins is simply an excellent lawyer – reassuringly old-school and extremely commercially astute.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Ben is very sound, very solid, very thorough and a safe pair of hands.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Andrew is a very experienced individual with a great breadth and depth of knowledge. He is always personable and focused on getting results for the client.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Adam Finch always has a strong grip on matters at every stage.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

We would like to take this final opportunity to thank you for all your help, patience and advice in getting the matter successfully settled. You have always been there when we have been in need, with guidance, diplomacy and patience which has helped us so much. It has been a difficult time and such a relief that it is now settled.

Client testimonial Business dispute

We spent years looking for a team with the correct expertise, professionalism, drive and responsiveness to handle our complex legal matter and dispute. This team was exactly that. Had they not been instructed we likely wouldn’t have reached a resolution at all, never mind one that was thorough and legally sound.

Client testimonial Legal 500 2026

Natalie Minott is an exceptional lawyer with a unique set of skills that set her apart from most lawyers that I have ever come across. She is technically excellent, responsive, level headed and professional and has the drive and expertise to lead a dispute to an appropriate resolution that both takes the stress away from her clients and shows real value.

Client testimonial Legal 500 2026

Andrew Walker has been growing the team across the firm’s offices to become a more significant player in the property/real estate litigation market; their locations and team mean they are able to offer a good balance between expertise and cost efficiency.

Client testimonial Legal 500 2026

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