Governance and Procedural Advice
Guidance on standing orders, council powers and duties, and lawful decision-making, helping councils reduce the risk of challenges and ombudsman complaints.
WGW Law services
Specialist support built around your council.
Employment and HR Law
Support with employment contracts, Clerk and staff employment matters, disciplinary processes and workplace regulations.
Property and Land Transactions
Legal assistance with council-owned property, leases, common land, village greens, playing fields and community centres.
Contracts and Procurement
Drafting and reviewing hiring agreements, supporting tender processes, and advising on supplier contracts and arrangements for the use of public assets.
Specific Statutory Assets
Specialist advice on the management of burial grounds, allotments and local public amenities.
Your point of contact
Legal expertise, coordinated through WGW.
Start with WGW. Tell us about the matter, the support you need and any relevant deadlines. We will coordinate the enquiry with the appointed legal specialists.
Before work begins, we will explain who will provide the advice and confirm the scope, fees and engagement arrangements.
Legal support is a separate service from internal audit. WGW’s audit judgements remain independent.