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Planning and environment lawyer Craig Tidemann has joined Russell Kennedy from Thomsons, as a partner in its Sydney office.
Russell Kennedy said, in a statement, that the appointment further strengthens its planning and environment capability and enhances its ability to support clients across the full life cycle of major projects, from approvals and compliance through to disputes and litigation.
Tidemann brings over two decades of experience across planning, environment, contamination, water and compulsory acquisition law. Over the course of his career, he has advised developers, government agencies, corporates and not-for-profits on significant projects and sensitive environmental issues. These have included large-scale infrastructure developments such as WestConnex, Sydney Metro, the Pacific Highway upgrade and the Light Rail.
He joins from BigLaw firm Thomsons, where he spent nearly 15 years as a partner, prior to which he was senior legal counsel at Centennial Coal.
The news follows the firm’s promotion of 25 lawyers to more senior roles, including one to its partnership, back in July.
Speaking about the appointment, Russell Kennedy managing partner Paul Gleeson said that Tidemann’s arrival represents an important step in the firm’s continued growth in Sydney.
“Craig is a highly respected practitioner with a proven track record in planning and environmental law,” he said.
“His deep expertise and strong client relationships align perfectly with our strategic growth in Sydney and nationally. We are delighted to welcome him to the partnership.”
Tidemann said he was excited to join Russell Kennedy at a time of significant opportunity in the market.
“Russell Kennedy’s reputation for delivering practical, high-quality advice and building long-term client relationships aligns perfectly with my own approach,” he said.
“I look forward to working with our market-leading government, planning and environment team and supporting clients as they respond to evolving regulatory requirements and development activity across New South Wales.”
