Shakespeare Martineau appointed to Government Commercial Agency’s latest legal framework

Shakespeare Martineau has been named as a supplier on a Government Commercial Agency panel, opening up new opportunities for the national law firm to support public sector organisations across the UK.

Government Commercial Agency (GCA) is the UK's central commercial and procurement organisation. 

Its Legal Panel for Public Sector - which runs until July 2029 with a possible two-year extension – provides public sector organisations with a route to access legal services across a range of specialisms. It is available to bodies across the public sector, including central and local government, education, health, infrastructure, emergency services, and charities.

Shakespeare Martineau has been appointed to three lots on the framework: Lot 2 – focused legal support, lot 3 – litigation and disputes and lot 6 – costs lawyer services.

Stephen Scott, real estate disputes partner and the lead partner overseeing the firm's work for the GCA's Legal Panel for Public Sector, said: "Being appointed to the Government Commercial Agency's latest legal framework reflects the strength and breadth of our specialist teams.

"We have a strong track record supporting public sector organisations and the framework gives us a valuable route to continue those relationships while reaching new clients.

"Public sector organisations are managing significant change and investment, particularly across areas such as energy, infrastructure, real estate and highways. We already have deep expertise in these areas and understand the legal and commercial challenges they present.

"We're looking forward to using the framework to bring that experience to more organisations, providing practical, specialist advice that helps them deliver important projects and services for the communities they serve."