Global firm HFW has expanded its Australian construction practice launching in Brisbane, with a team led by partner Christopher Rowden.
Christopher has more than 15 years’ experience and joins HFW from CDI Lawyers alongside Special Counsels Jason Pungsornruk and Thomas Law, Senior Associate Samantha Fry, and Associate William Lowes.
In a statement the firm said it is pleased to welcome Christopher and his team to the firm.
“Their appointments are the latest in a string of strategic hires we have made as we continue to expand our client offering,” the announcement said.
“Launching in Brisbane is a significant milestone in the firm’s growth trajectory in Australia. This move complements the strength of our existing offices in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney and supports our ambitious growth strategy across the region.”
The firm has now added 16 Partners since the 2024 financial year and no employes 33 Partners and more than 150 lawyers in total across Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney, with an Asia Pacific team of more than 260 lawyers.
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