A highly experienced construction lawyer, Keith is dual qualified in Scotland and England and Wales, and has advised on both contentious and transactional construction matters throughout his career. His appointment will support clients across construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure and real estate, adding further senior expertise to WBD’s growing Scottish practice.

Keith has held senior roles in private practice and industry, including heading the construction team at Muckle and working internationally on major projects through Systech in South Africa. His experience spans complex project advisory work as well as construction disputes, bringing a broad perspective to clients delivering and managing major developments.

Based in Edinburgh, Keith’s arrival forms part of WBD’s continued growth in Scotland, where the firm has been building specialist teams to support local, national and international clients. WBD opened its Edinburgh office in 2017 and has since developed its Scottish practice across key sectors and services including real estate, financial institutions, energy, banking and construction.

Victoria Redman, partner and board member at Womble Bond Dickinson, said: “Keith is an excellent addition to our Edinburgh team and his appointment underlines our continued commitment to investing in Scotland. He brings strong technical expertise, deep market knowledge and the collaborative, client-focused approach that is central to how we work.

“Since opening our Edinburgh office in 2017, we have been focused on growing in areas where we can add real value for clients. Keith’s contentious and transactional construction expertise will add significant depth to our construction, energy and infrastructure offering, supporting clients on complex projects and disputes across Scotland, England and Wales.”