Law firm reveals new planning and environment partner

Law firm Freeths has continued to expand its market leading Planning and Environment Group with the appointment of Chris May as partner in the East Midlands.

May joins from Howes Percival.

May will take the lead in growing the legal practice in the East Midlands whilst working closely with partner and national head of planning and environment Paul Brailsford.

Brailsford, said: “We are excited to welcome Chris to the Planning and Environment Group. He is passionate about planning and brings a significant breadth of experience which will strengthen our practice in the East Midlands and contribute towards our growth ambitions nationally.”

Chris Freeston, partner and managing partner of Freeths Nottingham, continued: “Chris will be a strong addition to Freeths at a time of continued record growth. We look forward to expanding our sector capabilities both regionally and nationally.”