Bevan Brittan bolsters property and regeneration offering with partner appointment

The firm said the move will enhance its expertise in regeneration, development and public sector property matters.

Based in Birmingham, Bange joins from Trowers & Hamlins and brings extensive experience advising local authorities on major regeneration and development projects, strategic land acquisitions and disposals, site assembly and complex commercial property transactions.

Bange has previously held in-house legal roles at Staffordshire County Council, Westminster City Council and the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

Kuldip Dhanoya, Partner and Head of Central and Local Government at Bevan Brittan, said: "We're delighted to welcome Rita to the team. She brings an exceptional combination of technical expertise, public sector insight and hands-on experience of delivering major regeneration projects.

"Her appointment reflects our continued commitment to investing in the very best talent to support our clients as they deliver ambitious regeneration, housing and economic growth programmes."

Rita Bange said: “Bevan Brittan has an outstanding reputation for supporting public sector organisations and is recognised as a leader in the local government market. The opportunity to join a growing team with such deep sector expertise is an exciting opportunity, especially at time of significant investment and growth across the business. I'm looking forward to working with colleagues and clients on transformative projects that deliver lasting benefits for communities."