Expert Local Government Lawyers
The team at Kells is committed to providing the best legal advice and representation for local council and governance matters in Wollongong.
Extensive Industry Experience
Our lawyers have acted for and against local councils and state agencies for over 40 years, which means we have an intimate understanding of their decision-making processes and objectives.
Everywhere You Need Us
With offices in Wollongong and the Illawarra region, we make our collective knowledge, experience and expertise available to anyone in NSW who needs our assistance.
Bespoke Legal Services
At Kells, we believe you’re not just another client. We take pride in listening to your unique challenges and providing personalised solutions to help you achieve your goals.
Here to Help
Looking for a legal team whose expertise can help your Council proactively address issues? Or perhaps you need a legal partner with a proven track record of delivering practical advice and support to empower your Council officers with the tools they need for effective decision-making? The team at Kells is here to help.
How Can Our Local Government Lawyers in Wollongong Help?
Kells’ lawyers have acted for and against local councils and state agencies for over 40 years.
We work closely with many local Councils and understand the complex and challenging environment in which they operate. We provide practical and timely legal advice, in-house seminars and training and other practical support to Councils and Council officers in Wollongong or the Illawarra.
- Governance issues
- Regulatory functions
- Enforcement
- Roads
- Control of pets
- Compulsory acquisitions
- Environmental protection
- Heritage protection
- Noise pollution
- Public health
- Town planning
- Environmental protection
- Public liability
- Strategic planning
- Public/Private partnerships.
- What is a local Council’s liability for road construction and maintenance under the Roads Act 1993?
- What are Council’s powers of entry and investigation?
- What are the procedures for Council meetings and resolutions under the Local Government Act?
- What are Council’s rights and obligations with respect to section 88B instruments?
- Can Council delegate authority to grant leases and licences?
- What avenue should we pursue to prosecute repeat offenders?
- What are Council’s obligations of disclosure under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009?
- What steps should we take to regulate irresponsible pet owners?
These are just some of the questions we commonly get from a range of local Councils. If you have similar questions or just need advice regarding an aspect of Local Government, contact our team today.
Get Expert Local Government Law Advice
If you have any questions or need advice regarding an aspect of local government law, don’t hesitate to contact our experienced team at Kells.
Area of Expertise
Local Government
Planning & Environment
Prosecutions & Land & Environment Court Matters
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