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Governance Issues - Regulatory Functions - Other Local Council Matters

LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAWYERS SYDNEY

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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 Sydney.

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Extensive Industry Experience

With over 40 years of experience representing both local councils and state agencies, our lawyers have in-depth knowledge of their decision-making processes, regulatory frameworks, and operational priorities.

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Everywhere You Need Us

With offices across Sydney and the Illawarra region, we make our collective knowledge, experience and expertise available to anyone in NSW who needs our legal expertise.

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Bespoke Legal Services

We believe you're not just another client. That’s why we take the time to understand your specific needs and provide legal solutions that align with your goals.

Here to Help

Does your Council need expert legal guidance to manage governance, regulatory, or compliance issues? Are you looking for a legal partner who understands the challenges faced by local government and can provide solutions that actually work? At Kells, we have decades of experience advising Councils across Sydney and helping Council officers make informed decisions and operate effectively within their legal framework.

Local Government, Planning & Environment

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How Can Our Local Government Lawyers in Sydney Help?

Kells’ lawyers have over 40 years of experience representing both local councils and state agencies, giving us a deep understanding of their legal frameworks, decision-making processes, and regulatory responsibilities.

We provide strategic legal advice, in-house training, and ongoing support to assist Council officers, administrators, and elected representatives in managing governance, enforcement, planning, environmental protection, and public liability issues.


Our extensive understanding of local government legislation, including the Local Government Act 1993, the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, allows us to provide targeted legal guidance that aligns with a Council’s statutory responsibilities.


Whether your Council is dealing with enforcement actions, compulsory acquisitions, environmental concerns, or strategic planning, our Sydney local government lawyers are here to provide the legal insight and practical solutions needed to help you operate effectively and without unnecessary risk.

  • We commonly assist local Councils with:

    • 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.

  • Common questions we often get from Council officers are:

    • 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 a few of the common questions we address for local Councils. If you need guidance on any aspect of local government law, reach out to our team today.


Get Expert Local Government Law Advice in Sydney

If you have any questions or need advice regarding an aspect of local government law in Sydney, don't hesitate to contact our experienced team at Kells.

Local Government, Planning & Environment

Area of Expertise