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25 February 2026
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Freeths—Richard Lockhart

Infrastructure specialist joins as partner in Glasgow office

Freeths has appointed Richard Lockhart as a partner in its commercial practice in Glasgow, as the firm continues to expand its Scottish offering. He joins from Burness Paull with more than two decades of experience advising on major infrastructure investment programmes, public-private partnerships and net zero strategy.

Lockhart specialises in programme development, government policy implementation, governance, procurement, funding and commercial advisory. He has advised on complex social infrastructure, net zero and transport projects across the UK, and previously served as general counsel at the Scottish Futures Trust, where he advised on major investment programmes, governance structures and risk management.

Paul Ockrim, joint head of Freeths Glasgow, said: ‘We’re really pleased to welcome Richard to Freeths,’ adding that ‘his track record in delivering complex infrastructure and energy projects speaks for itself’ and that ‘his appointment strengthens our ability to support clients on some of the most important programmes underway in Scotland and across the UK’.

Lockhart said: ‘Freeths’ growth, its strength in the Commercial, Infrastructure and Energy sectors, and its commitment to supporting clients through the net zero transition were all major draws for me,’ adding: ‘I am excited to join the team in Glasgow and to contribute to the firm’s work in delivering innovative, sustainable and commercially sound solutions’.

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