Law firm Freeths has launched a new planning practice in Birmingham.
Cairo Nickolls has been hired from city firm Gowlings to set up and spearhead the new venture.
He has more than 12 years of experience, working across a wide range of planning matters including housebuilding, industrial, logistics and regeneration, acting for developers, public authorities and landowners.
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He has a particular focus on advising on planning strategy, Section 106 agreements, appeals and inquiries.
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Mr Nickolls has led on a number of major planning projects including advising Bloor Homes on various residential schemes throughout England and acting for Bellway Homes.
Led by Paul Brailsford, partner and national head of planning and environment, the team in Colmore Circus will work with Mr Nickolls to develop a practice across the West Midlands.
Mr Nickolls said: "I am very much looking forward to working with Paul and the wider team, contributing to the success and growth trajectory it has demonstrated over the last few years in particular."
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Mr Brailsford added: "Cairo's appointment comes at a pivotal point for planning reforms across the 海角视频 and his wealth of experience will prove invaluable as we look to strengthen our offering.
"Cairo's appointment follows that of partners Chris May and Alison Ogley and director Sarah Phillips over the couple of years.
"These hires demonstrate our commitment to growing our national planning practice."