Bevan Brittan builds on construction expertise with high-profile Birmingham partner hire

Leading commercial law firm Bevan Brittan has bolstered its construction practice with the addition of an experienced construction and infrastructure partner.

Perveen Akhter has joined from Freeths, where she was Head of Construction and Engineering in Birmingham. She has worked with private and public sector clients on a range of projects across her 20-year career, specialising in drafting and amending building and engineering contracts.

Perveen also advises on consultant appointments, warranties, bonds and guarantees, as well as development and funding agreements, agreement for leases, novation agreements and ancillary project documentation. She has particular expertise in the energy sector and has advised on developments related to solar, battery storage, wind and carbon capture.

Perveen is listed as a Leading Individual in the Construction sector and as a Leading Partner in the prestigious Legal 500.

Commenting on her move, Perveen said: “This marks an exciting new chapter in my career as I join Bevan Brittan, a firm whose growth, ambition and sector expertise align perfectly with the direction I want to take. I’m thrilled to be part of an expanding team with an outstanding reputation across the construction and energy sectors. Their work is known not only for technical excellence, but also for its commercial insight and collaborative approach with clients navigating complex projects and rapidly evolving markets.”

Andrew Tobin, Partner and Head of Transactional Construction at Bevan Brittan, said: “Perveen’s arrival is fantastic news for us as a team and for the wider business. Our ability to attract expert lawyers with Perveen’s experience, track record and seniority shows the strength of our business and our reputation in the marketplace.

“Perveen’s arrival adds further depth to our already experienced team. Her expertise across the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors will be invaluable, as we continue to receive more and more requests for support from both private and public sector clients.”