Tom Hutchison

About Tom

Tom is a Partner in HFW’s Construction team, specialising in construction and engineering law, with a focus on the energy, renewables, oil and gas, transport, and infrastructure sectors. His practice spans international markets, where he advises on large-scale, technically complex, and high-value projects. He supports clients throughout the project lifecycle – from procurement planning and contract structuring to risk management and dispute resolution.

Tom acts across all forms of dispute resolution, including arbitration, litigation, and ADR. He regularly advises on claims involving delay, disruption, defects, and wider commercial issues. He also represents clients in bid challenges arising from public contract awards.

Tom is dual-qualified in Scotland and in England & Wales, enabling him to provide seamless cross-jurisdictional support to clients ac