LK Shields welcomes construction specialist Jamie Ritchie

LK Shields has announced the expansion of its projects team with the appointment of associate solicitor Jamie Ritchie.

Mr Ritchie joins from a top tier international firm where he has advised clients in multiple jurisdictions in a diverse range of contentious and non-contentious matters.

His speciality is in construction matters and government procurement. He has particular experience in construction adjudication and dispute resolution, having acted as an advocate in an ADR context.

Additionally, he has expertise in bespoke contractual arrangements and has previously delivered lectures across the UK and Ireland.

Emmet Scully, managing partner at LK Shields, said: “We are delighted to welcome Jamie to this thriving team. He has unique experience having worked as both an industry consultant and lawyer means he brings with him a very commercially minded approach.”