First North Law is uniquely positioned to advise on all aspects of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Our legal team consists solely of lawyers from North Yorkshire Council headed by Barry Khan, Monitoring Officer. Barry and the team have first-hand expertise to assist you with any LGR query, having navigated North Yorkshire Council through the LGR process in 2023.
Of course every reorganisation will have its own quirks and challenges, First North Law can provide first hand guidance and experience of the process end-to-end, designed to assist Authorities in navigating the challenges that LGR presents.
What We Offer
- Strategic advice on governance frameworks and legal compliance.
- Support with Structural Change Orders and statutory obligations.
- Guidance on risk management, workforce integration, and service transformation.
- Deep understanding of the Local Government and Public Involvement
Legal Leadership That Delivers
Our experience, having lived through LGR and been at the heart of the transition, gives First North Law a unique vantage point. We understand the legal, governance, and compliance challenges that come with structural reform, and we are ready to help other councils navigate them with confidence.
Our LGR record
We are proud that our legal team’s handling of LGR has become a benchmark for effective transformation, delivering streamlined services, improved accountability, and significant financial savings.
North Yorkshire Council achieved a strategic shift toward more efficient, transparent, and responsive public service.
To assist you with your journey to become a unitary authority, Barry Khan and Jennifer Norton present in this video the legal and administrative challenges Authorities may wish to consider.
We have also prepared an LGR ‘Survival Guide’ setting out our invaluable hints and tips. To obtain your copy of our survival guide please contact us at ‘practice.management@firstnorthlaw.co.uk’
First North Law is delighted to share Barry Khan will host a YPO Legal Services Webinar on Local Government Reorganisation on Monday 17 November 2025 at 10am. Register your interest for the webinar here Legal Services Webinar Programme | Legal & Financial Services
Let’s shape the future of local government – together.
First North Law is committed to helping councils and stakeholders lead that change -backed by real-world experience and legal insight.
We welcome the opportunity to work with you and your Authority. For further information on the LGR services we can provide, please contact newinstruction@firstnorthlaw.co.uk
“To deliver meaningful reform, embed governance as a dedicated workstream from the outset. It’s the backbone of a successful transition.” – Barry Khan, Managing Director, First North Law.