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21 Dec 17
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Simon Goacher
Weightmans has been reappointed to the NEPO legal services framework, worth an estimated £100m over four years.
Weightmans was first appointed to the NEPO framework in 2019, and since then has worked with member authorities on various legal projects as diverse as construction projects, employment, litigation, governance and adult social care and major infrastructure and regeneration construction projects.
Weightmans’ work on the panel will be led by partner and head of local government, Simon Goacher, alongside Newcastle-based partner in construction and engineering, Alan Ross.
Simon Goacher, partner, said:
“The appointment is further proof of our ability to support public authorities across a full range of legal areas on which they need support. It recognises the growing importance of our Newcastle office and strength in the North East and our position as a market leader in advising local authorities.”
Alan Ross, partner, added:
“Once again, this acknowledges Weightmans’ reputation as a leading supplier of legal services to the public sector. I look forward to continuing to utilise the strength and experience of our national public sector Major Projects Team, to assist clients on a variety of regionally significant projects, such as the Sunderland Eye Hospital.”
Established in 1976, NEPO undertakes high-value procurement in major strategic areas of spend in conjunction with North East local authorities and a range of associate members.
The contract is due to run until June 2, 2028.
Simon Goacher joined Weightmans in February 2013 to head up the Local Government team. He has enjoyed a long and distinguished career in local government law spanning almost two decades.
