Josh Risso-Gill Joins Charles Russell Speechlys as Real Estate Planning Partner

Charles Russell Speechlys has announced the significant hiring of Josh Risso-Gill as a Partner within their Real Estate Planning team in London. Risso-Gill, previously a partner at CMS and Nabarro, brings over 25 years of experience in planning law, focusing on complex and high-profile schemes across multiple sectors. His expertise notably includes advising on planning applications, appeals, and judicial reviews, specifically in significant regeneration, co-living, and student accommodation projects among others. This strategic hire aligns with Charles Russell Speechlys' focus on expanding their services in the London Estates, living sector, and data centers, which they have identified as crucial areas of growth. Both Robin Grove, their Divisional Managing Partner, and Claire Fallows, Partner and Head of Planning, emphasize the potential Risso-Gill's experience brings to cement their position in these key markets. Risso-Gill himself has expressed enthusiasm for joining the firm, highlighting the synergy between his expertise and the firm's strategic goals.