Harrison Drury recruits experienced construction lawyer

Preston-based Harrison Drury has appointed experienced construction lawyer Katherine Sibley as a partner and head of its specialist construction law team.

Katherine, who joins the firm from Brabners, is a Legal 500 Recommended Lawyer and a committee member for Women in Property Lancashire and Cumbria Branch.  

She will work across Harrison Drury’s Cumbria and Lancashire regions, supporting clients on both contentious and non-contentious matters, advising developers, contractors, subcontractors, engineers and other construction professionals.

Colin Fenny, partner and head of property dispute resolution at Harrison Drury, said: “We’ve spent the last few years developing a pure construction offering to complement our well-established property dispute resolution team.

"Katherine is a hugely experienced construction lawyer who will play a vital role in leading the team and helping our clients overcome a wide range of disputes, including breach of contract and professional negligence claims, delay and disruption disputes, payment issues and termination rights.”

Katherine commented: “Harrison Drury is known for its ability to provide highly-specialist legal services within the regions. The firm has advised on some of the highest profile construction disputes and landmark property rulings in the country. I’m looking forward to supporting our clients, making it possible for them to overcome challenges and reach their goals.”