Fielding, who has 20 years’ experience in the law, was also principal of his own law firm, M J Fielding, in 2003 and 2004.

Welcoming his appointment, Addisons’ managing partner Laura Hartley said: “Mal’s experience over almost 20 years in working with prominent businesses involved in major building, engineering and infrastructure projects enhances Addisons’ position as a firm of choice for clients.”

Addisons partner David Blackburn added: “Mal’s arrival at Addisons expands significantly the services and expertise that we offer to our clients.

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“Added to the arrivals of Steven Mackay, David O’Donnell and Helen Macfarlane over the past eighteen months, we now have a group of senior lawyers with experience and expertise across the full range of property, construction, environmental, planning and infrastructure projects.”

Fielding’s appointment took effect last Thursday (22 August).