He has more than 18 years' experience specialising in property and commercial real estate law. He has acted throughout Australia for both government and private entities on many complex, large-scale matters.

“The strategic growth of our Canberra presence is firmly on track and in line with RK’s focus to deliver a full suite of legal services to the Canberra market,” Victor Harcourt, the head of Russell Kennedy’s commonwealth government practice, said.

“The appointment of Alastair further boosts our team of highly experienced, well-credentialed and, importantly, well-respected legal specialists.”

Russell Kennedy recently appointed special counsel Bronwyn Fagan and senior associate Stephen White to its Canberra office, but lost partner Sabine Phillips from its Melbourne office.