Keypoint Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Clarke as a Consulting Principal in its Sydney office, further strengthening the firm’s national Planning & Environment practice.
Peter joins Keypoint from Hones Lawyers, where he was a Partner, practising in planning and environmental law. He brings over a decade of experience advising on major residential, commercial, industrial and resource projects, with specialist capability in development approvals, judicial review, regulatory risk and complex easement disputes.
Peter began his career in public interest environmental law, focusing on ecologically sustainable development, judicial review and community engagement before moving to private practice in 2016. He has since advised prominent developers, industrial clients and resource companies on contaminated land issues, development restrictions, yields and uplifts, and planning risks across a diverse range of projects.
In addition to his client work, Peter has a served in multiple roles with the NSW Young Lawyers Environment and Planning Law Committee, including as Chairman. He has also been recognised as NSW Young Lawyer of the Year.
“Peter’s arrival marks an exciting expansion of our planning and environment capability,” said the firm. “His technical expertise and litigation experience will deliver significant value to our clients navigating complex development and regulatory pathways.”
Speaking about his appointment, Peter stated:
“I’m excited to work with the team at Keypoint Law to augment the existing environment, easement and planning services provided by my new colleagues. I’m looking forward to continuing to provide accessible and high quality service to my clients and those of the wider Keypoint network.