Government
Overview
Colin Biggers & Paisley has the privilege of advising all three tiers of government including government owned companies, agencies and statutory bodies. We are committed to providing government with advice that is free of fear or favour and applies our deep knowledge of the unique legislative and regulatory environment in which the public sector operates.
Our expertise covers all legal requirements for government departments and agencies, encompassing administrative law, infrastructure construction and major projects, property, planning and environment, governance, technology based services, corporate and commercial, disputes, and workplace and safety.
Australia faces many challenges associated with rapid shifts in the economic, regulatory and social landscape, including an ageing population, mounting pressures in healthcare, climate change, Indigenous peoples’ rights, freedom of expression, technology, and national security. Within this landscape of constant change, our government organisations operate in an environment of increased internal and public scrutiny, and pressure to perform to the highest standards.
Our team of government lawyers understands the economic, ethical, legislative and policy frameworks of government. We offer straightforward and practical guidance that empower our public sector clients to make sound decisions - decisions which meet their goals while reducing legal, reputational, and political risks.
Our team’s deep knowledge of government operations and public law informs our work.
We acknowledge and fully comply with the responsibilities of being a legal service provider to government. This ranges from sustainable practices to support for local business and vulnerable groups. We created the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation in 2015 for the specific purpose of helping vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
