Thomson Snell & Passmore hires new planning partner

Tunbridge Wells-based law firm Thomson Snell & Passmore has strengthened its real estate team with the appointment of planning specialist Kheng Chau as partner.

Kheng joins the development team led by Sarah Easton and will work closely with planning lead Kate Jardine, adding further depth to the firm’s planning and development expertise. 

He brings significant experience advising on complex matters including section 106 and section 38/278 agreements, compulsory purchase orders, regeneration projects, planning inquiries and enforcement issues.

Kheng joins from the London Borough of Bexley, where he was head of commercial (contracts, property and planning), and has previously held senior planning roles at the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Southwark and Greenwich, as well as Kent County Council.

He said: “It is great to be joining a firm with such an excellent reputation, as part of a well-respected team. 

“I am looking forward to using my experience to help expand the specialist work they offer.”

Richard Ellard, head of real estate at Thomson Snell & Passmore, added: “Kheng has extensive planning experience which will complement the expertise in the development team. 

“I am very pleased to welcome him to the firm. 

“Working alongside Kate Jardine, his appointment will add further depth and breadth to the specialist planning advice we can deliver for clients.”

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