Laura Greenman has been appointed head of Planning, Highways, and Environment at HCR Law, bringing extensive experience to her new role.
- She is recognised as a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the prestigious 2025 Legal 500, underscoring her professional reputation.
- Greenman has been with HCR since 2018, significantly advancing her career through various pivotal projects.
- Her work with the North East Malvern extension showcased her capability to manage large-scale developments.
- The appointment comes amidst critical changes in government policy affecting the built environment sector.
Laura Greenman has assumed the prominent position of head of Planning, Highways, and Environment at HCR Law. This appointment highlights her extensive expertise and leadership within a vital sector undergoing significant transformation. As a ‘Recommended Lawyer’ in the 2025 Legal 500, Greenman’s professional standing is well-established, further bolstered by her formative years at HCR beginning in 2018.
Tasked with leading the team across England and Wales, Greenman will provide invaluable guidance and support to clients navigating the challenging landscape of planning and development. Her key role is further emphasised against a backdrop of significant industry shifts, including the revision of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Greenman’s considerable experience includes advising both public and private sectors. She successfully represented the local planning authority on the North East Malvern sustainable urban extension. This project involved a 52-hectare mixed-use development, set to deliver 800 new homes, employment opportunities, and leisure facilities, underscoring her adeptness at handling large-scale initiatives.
The current environment is marked by a drive to construct 1.5 million new homes within this parliamentary term, a target set by the government. Greenman’s leadership is crucial as the industry prepares to meet these ambitious objectives, engaging with key bodies such as Homes England to unlock potential developments, particularly across the Midlands.
Her predecessor’s departure coincides with HCR Law’s strategic expansion, including the appointment of Kelly Davies as partner and head of Real Estate Finance. Commenting on her new role, Greenman expressed her enthusiasm, stating: ‘I am delighted to take up the role of Head of HCR’s Planning, Highways and Environment team. We are entering a key moment for the sector, with a number of incoming changes that will affect all parties involved.’
Philip Parkinson, head of real estate, remarked, ‘This appointment is testament to the leading guidance Laura provides to her clients each and every day. Her knowledge of the sector has been sought-after by developers and projects right across the country.’ His remarks reflect the confidence placed in Greenman to lead and grow the Planning, Highways and Environment team efficiently.
Laura Greenman’s appointment at HCR Law positions her to lead effectively during a transformative period for the planning and development sector.
