Government
Maddocks works closely with all three tiers of government to assist in delivering important services and projects for their communities.
Our Government Expertise
Good government is crucial to fostering economically and socially vibrant communities across Australia. Maddocks is a key strategic partner for a large and growing number of Commonwealth, State and Territory government bodies.
We are trusted advisers to government. We advise on a wide range of legal issues including commercial, administrative and public law issues (including litigation), and provide high-level strategic legal advice on policy and processes to ensure the smooth running of government.
Our lawyers have a nuanced understanding of the political context within which our clients operate.
Our lawyers serve our government clients in both their core portfolio responsibilities and advising on day-to-day operational requirements.
Find the right lawyer to assist you, read their latest insights and contact them below.
What we achieve for our Government clients
Find the right capability by selecting your level of government.
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Commonwealth Government and agencies
We provide Commonwealth clients with pragmatic legal advice and knowledge to help them deliver national programs and services.
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State Government and agencies
Our deep sector knowledge means we can support clients with both practical and strategic matters at the state level.
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Local government and councils
We work with local government and councils to deliver key objectives and transactional assistance.
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Administrative Law
We work with clients at all tiers of government who need strategic and operational administrative legal advice and guidance.
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Advertising, Brand & Marketing
We advise clients on their legal and regulatory requirements when taking their advertising, branding and marketing activities to market.
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Advocacy
When needed to argue a client’s case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with astute and cost-effective advice.
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Compliance & Enforcement
We regularly act for government clients who require others to comply with a full range of enforcement-related matters.
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Cyber & Data Resilience
We offer a holistic approach for businesses seeking advice, procurement and implementation regarding cyber & data resilience.
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Information Technology
We advise Australian clients on contracting, regulation and resilience of information technology solutions and services.
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Intellectual Property
We advise clients in all forms of intellectual property protection, from idea generation and commercialisation, to protecting their interests.
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Licensing & Disciplinary Inquiries
We support government clients in facilitating action against licensing and disciplinary offences.
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Litigation
Our lawyers understand that taking action through litigation is sometimes required to successfully achieve business goals.
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Native Title, Land Rights & Heritage
Native title, Aboriginal land rights and cultural heritage is a complex, evolving and sensitive area of law which has a deep and meaningful impact on the communities involved.
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Planning & Environment
Our Planning & Environment team advises on the complete range of planning issues, from environmental impact to development scheme approvals.
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Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
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Probity Advice & Audits
We offer clients the guidance they need to remain transparent and compliant on their projects and programs.
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Procurement & Contracting
We advise clients in all sectors on their procurement and contracting matters.
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Valuations & Compensation
We provide specialist expertise in land valuation and compensation for local and state governments, as well as private landowners.
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Water
We offer advice and legal services to all levels of government, water companies and agencies and to clients in the private sector.
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Commonwealth Government and agencies
Administrative Law
We work with clients at all tiers of government who need strategic and operational administrative legal advice and guidance.
Advertising, Brand & Marketing
We advise clients on their legal and regulatory requirements when taking their advertising, branding and marketing activities to market.
Compliance & Enforcement
We regularly act for government clients who require others to comply with a full range of enforcement-related matters.
Cyber & Data Resilience
We offer a holistic approach for businesses seeking advice, procurement and implementation regarding cyber & data resilience.
Information Technology
We advise Australian clients on contracting, regulation and resilience of information technology solutions and services.
Intellectual Property
We advise clients in all forms of intellectual property protection, from idea generation and commercialisation, to protecting their interests.
Licensing & Disciplinary Inquiries
We support government clients in facilitating action against licensing and disciplinary offences.
Litigation
Our lawyers understand that taking action through litigation is sometimes required to successfully achieve business goals.
Planning & Environment
Our Planning & Environment team advises on the complete range of planning issues, from environmental impact to development scheme approvals.
Native Title, Land Rights & Heritage
Native title, Aboriginal land rights and cultural heritage is a complex, evolving and sensitive area of law which has a deep and meaningful impact on the communities involved.
Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
Probity Advice & Audits
We offer clients the guidance they need to remain transparent and compliant on their projects and programs.
Procurement & Contracting
We advise clients in all sectors on their procurement and contracting matters.
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State Government and agencies
Administrative Law
We work with clients at all tiers of government who need strategic and operational administrative legal advice and guidance.
Advertising, Brand & Marketing
We advise clients on their legal and regulatory requirements when taking their advertising, branding and marketing activities to market.
Compliance & Enforcement
We regularly act for government clients who require others to comply with a full range of enforcement-related matters.
Cyber & Data Resilience
We offer a holistic approach for businesses seeking advice, procurement and implementation regarding cyber & data resilience.
Information Technology
We advise Australian clients on contracting, regulation and resilience of information technology solutions and services.
Intellectual Property
We advise clients in all forms of intellectual property protection, from idea generation and commercialisation, to protecting their interests.
Licensing & Disciplinary Inquiries
We support government clients in facilitating action against licensing and disciplinary offences.
Litigation
Our lawyers understand that taking action through litigation is sometimes required to successfully achieve business goals.
Planning & Environment
Our Planning & Environment team advises on the complete range of planning issues, from environmental impact to development scheme approvals.
Native Title, Land Rights & Heritage
Native title, Aboriginal land rights and cultural heritage is a complex, evolving and sensitive area of law which has a deep and meaningful impact on the communities involved.
Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
Probity Advice & Audits
We offer clients the guidance they need to remain transparent and compliant on their projects and programs.
Procurement & Contracting
We advise clients in all sectors on their procurement and contracting matters.
Water
We offer advice and legal services to all levels of government, water companies and agencies and to clients in the private sector.
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Local government and councils
Administrative Law
We work with clients at all tiers of government who need strategic and operational administrative legal advice and guidance.
Advocacy
When needed to argue a client’s case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with astute and cost-effective advice.
Compliance & Enforcement
We regularly act for government clients who require others to comply with a full range of enforcement-related matters.
Information Technology
We advise Australian clients on contracting, regulation and resilience of information technology solutions and services.
Licensing & Disciplinary Inquiries
We support government clients in facilitating action against licensing and disciplinary offences.
Litigation
Our lawyers understand that taking action through litigation is sometimes required to successfully achieve business goals.
Planning & Environment
Our Planning & Environment team advises on the complete range of planning issues, from environmental impact to development scheme approvals.
Native Title, Land Rights & Heritage
Native title, Aboriginal land rights and cultural heritage is a complex, evolving and sensitive area of law which has a deep and meaningful impact on the communities involved.
Privacy, Data & Information Law
We offer top line strategic advice and policy drafting support to help improve business privacy practices.
Probity Advice & Audits
We offer clients the guidance they need to remain transparent and compliant on their projects and programs.
Procurement & Contracting
We advise clients in all sectors on their procurement and contracting matters.
Valuations & Compensation
We provide specialist expertise in land valuation and compensation for local and state governments, as well as private landowners.
Water
We offer advice and legal services to all levels of government, water companies and agencies and to clients in the private sector.
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Other services used by our Government clients
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Administrative Law
We work with clients at all tiers of government who need strategic and operational administrative legal advice and guidance.
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Advocacy
When needed to argue a client’s case in court, our advocacy service provides clients with astute and cost-effective advice.
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Compliance & Enforcement
We regularly act for government clients who require others to comply with a full range of enforcement-related matters.
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Employment, Remuneration & Benefits
Our employment law service spans recruitment, remuneration policies and benefits for your workforce.
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Valuations & Compensation
We provide specialist expertise in land valuation and compensation for local and state governments, as well as private landowners.
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Probity Advice & Audits
We offer clients the guidance they need to remain transparent and compliant on their projects and programs.
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Native Title, Land Rights & Heritage
Native title, Aboriginal land rights and cultural heritage is a complex, evolving and sensitive area of law which has a deep and meaningful impact on the communities involved.
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Licensing & Disciplinary Inquiries
We support government clients in facilitating action against licensing and disciplinary offences.
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Water
We offer advice and legal services to all levels of government, water companies and agencies and to clients in the private sector.
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Emergency Services
We assist Emergency Services clients navigate legal issues specific to their vital public role.
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