Shakespeare Martineau hires senior energy specialist

Full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau has strengthened its national energy team with the appointment of senior energy lawyer Matthew Collinson, who joins the firm’s London office as a consultant.

Matthew brings nearly 20 years’ experience across private practice and senior in-house roles, having qualified as a barrister in 2008 and a solicitor in 2011.

His career includes chief legal and compliance positions at Igloo Energy, Last Mile Infrastructure, OVO Energy, Zapp and Complete Technology Group, as well as board-level roles within Ofgem-regulated businesses.

With a background spanning commercial contracts, regulatory affairs and infrastructure, he has built legal functions from the ground up and advised on high-value projects, including major IT procurements and regulatory submissions influencing energy policy.

Matthew said: “I first appointed Shakespeare Martineau to a panel many years ago while working as general counsel, and I was impressed by the firm’s understanding of both the energy sector and the commercial realities faced by businesses.

“Returning to private practice with the firm allows me to work with a wider variety of clients while keeping close to real-world outcomes. 

“The intersection of utilities, technology and social policy is a fascinating and fast-moving space, and I’m excited to help shape how we and our clients engage with it.”

Matthew’s appointment comes as Shakespeare Martineau continues to expand its energy practice, supported by the recent addition of two newly qualified solicitors amid rising client demand and ongoing regulatory change.

Andrew Whitehead, head of energy at Shakespeare Martineau, added: “We’re really pleased to welcome Matt to the team. 

“He brings a wealth of experience from senior in-house roles and consulting, including at some of our clients, with particular strength in regulated infrastructure across energy, water and telecoms. 

“His mix of commercial and regulatory expertise, along with his wider industry profile, will be a huge asset as we continue to grow our energy practice and ESG offering.”

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