Simon Colvin
Partner, Head of Client Relationships – Key Markets
Government and public sector
Pinsent Masons conducts a wide range of work for central and local government, and is one of a handful of ‘Tier 1’ firms appointed to provide a full range of legal services on the Crown Commercial Service's panel.
Pinsent Masons is independently recognised as one of the leading legal providers to the public sector. We understand how the public sector works, and know the challenges faced by those who see an increasing demand for services against a backdrop of constrained resources. We have worked with governments and public bodies around the world, including Northern Ireland, Spain, Germany, Uganda, Qatar and Singapore.
We are committed to helping the public sector to deliver despite its difficult agenda in these fast-moving, unprecedented political times. We have worked with the UK central government, including through projects for the Ministry of Justice, Highways England, DCMS and DWP, for over 30 years.
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Show me all press releasesPinsent Masons Advises on World’s Largest Consented Offshore Wind Project
Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has advised the developer in securing development consent from the Scottish Government for the Berwick Bank Offshore Wind Farm—now officially the largest consented offshore wind project in the world.
Pinsent Masons announces FY24/25 results
Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has today unveiled its unaudited financial results for the year ending 30 April 2025. This year's results have delivered a revenue increase of 4.7% after a year of continued growth within the firm’s core sectors and across its jurisdictions.
Pinsent Masons advises on the acquisition of the Port of Nigg
Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has advised Mitsui & Co. Europe Ltd (Mitsui) and Mitsui O.S.K. lines Ltd (MOL) on their joint acquisition of Global Energy Service Holding Limited, the holding entity of the Port of Nigg, from the Global Energy Group.
