This transition was far more than a simple rebranding effort; it signalled a fundamental shift in the local authority’s operating model from in-house council service to independent commercial enterprise.
An ABS license was granted by the Solicitors Regulation Authority in April 2017, and two months later, a freestanding company was launched. The company that is Invicta Law Limited is now part of Commercial Services Group which is ultimately owned by Kent County Council.
This independence meant Invicta Law could harness the collective expertise of its legal team to provide specialised legal services to public sector bodies across the United Kingdom.
Today, Invicta Law stands as a testament to the power of purpose-driven legal practice. It is one of the largest specialist public sector law firms in the country, serving a diverse range of clients across county, borough and district councils, schools, community organisations and blue light services.
The firm provides a consistent, cost-effective, client-centred service that extends across its four specialist service areas: Child Protection, Adult Social Care, Asylum and Employment. Each area represents not just a practice area, but a commitment to upholding the rights and wellbeing of the communities we serve.
We Are Our People
The fabric of Invicta Law is its people – a team of 97 dynamic, dedicated lawyers and support staff who are determined to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Leading the team is Kam Singh, the Director of Law at Invicta Law since November 2022. With a career spanning over three decades in social care legal teams, and as a former member of the Law Society’s Children Panel (2008 to 2018), Kam brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to the welfare of the most vulnerable in society.
Her vision for Invicta Law is clear: to be an employer of choice for all staff and a service of excellence for all clients.
“What sets us apart is not just our public sector legal expertise, but also our intimate understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by local authorities,” says Kam.
“Informed by our journey since 2016 we have a first hand perspective that allows us to advise our clients with empathy, insight, and unparalleled expertise.”
The team is committed to working in seamless partnership with in-house legal teams, upholding our client charter of delivering:
- The right advice at the right time;
- Working with you to find the best solution for you;
- Public sector knowledge and insight with a commercial approach;
- Reassuring and practical support from start to finish.
Join us as we explore the ethos and expertise that define the Invicta Law story in the upcoming parts of this series.
