Judicial Review

The Judge Over Your Shoulder

Working regularly with and for local authorities, regulators and public bodies, we are well aware of the pressures on public decision-makers to get things right in a climate of increasing challenge and intense scrutiny by the courts. Our first hand knowledge of the standards of conduct expected of public bodies can help you avoid challenges by ensuring that your decisions are compatible with your statutory duties, human rights requirements and other legal obligations.

Judicial Review

Whether you are aggrieved by the decision of a public body which affects you or a decision-maker facing a challenge, you can be confident that we will give you comprehensive advice on the merits of an application for judicial review and will follow through with litigation support if and when an action is raised. Our pragmatic approach is ideally suited to this sort of litigation. It combines sometimes complex legal principles with wider questions of public policy and brings together our experienced litigation team and public law and regulation specialists across the firm.

Policy Advice & Training

Whether auditing your existing practice, providing advice on policy and procedures or getting involved in training events for your staff, we can assist you to improve your organisation's approach to decision-making. Our knowledge and experience will help you to avoid the pitfalls which can result in judicial review.