Freeths strengthens London Construction and Engineering practice with two strategic senior hires

Leading law firm Freeths has bolstered its London Construction and Engineering practice with the appointment of Partners Keith Browne and Jim Jordan, further enhancing its development, infrastructure and energy sectors. Keith joins from Teacher Stern, and Jim, who will be heading up the non-contentious practice, joins from DWF.

The appointments strengthen Freeths’ ability to support clients on increasingly complex and high-value projects, while enhancing the breadth of expertise available across its national Construction and Engineering team.

Keith and Jim’s arrivals form part of the continued expansion of Freeths’ London office and follow a raft of senior appointments for the cohort over the last 12 months, including Chief Technology Officer John Jones, Partners Melanie Stancliffe and Zum Mohammed, and fellow Construction and Engineering specialist Jon Baker, who joined as a Director.

Together, Keith and Jim bring more than four decades of experience advising clients on a wide range of construction and engineering matters. Keith is recognised for his expertise on large-scale development and regeneration projects, particularly in London, while Jim is a leading adviser on energy, infrastructure and project finance transactions in the UK and internationally.

Commenting on the appointments, Partner and Head of Construction and Engineering Chris Holwell said: “We are seeing increasing demand from clients delivering complex development, infrastructure and capital projects, particularly where specialist expertise is required across multiple disciplines and London remains a key growth market for the firm.

“Keith and Jim bring highly complementary skillsets that enhance the support we can provide to clients throughout the lifecycle of major projects. Their arrival adds further depth to our London presence while strengthening the breadth of expertise available across our national Construction and Engineering practice.

“As the scale and complexity of projects continue to increase, it is important that we continue to invest in exceptional talent. Keith and Jim's experience ensures we are ideally placed to help clients deliver their ambitions and navigate increasingly sophisticated and high-value construction and engineering projects.”

Keith Browne added: “Freeths has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused advice and helping clients navigate complex projects with confidence. The firm's ambitious growth strategy, collaborative culture and investment in its Construction & Engineering practice made this an exciting opportunity. I look forward to working with colleagues across the business and helping clients deliver successful projects.”

Jim Jordan said: “Freeths' continued investment in its Construction and Engineering team, coupled with its strong presence across the real estate, infrastructure and energy sectors, made it an attractive proposition. I am excited to join the firm at such a positive point in its growth journey and look forward to working with colleagues and clients on a wide range of complex and innovative projects.”