Harriet Hughes
Trainee Solicitor
Harriet is a Trainee Solicitor within the Commercial Litigation sub-team.
Harriet joined Gardner Leader in 2020, having graduated from the University of Bristol with a 2.1 in LLB Law. Harriet subsequently achieved a distinction in the LPC at the University of Law. Whilst at university, Harriet worked as a legal advisor. Harriet has previously undertaken placements at Regional and City firms, as well as in-house at a leading City bank.
Dispute Resolution Experience
Harriet has worked on a wide range of commercial disputes including debt recovery, data privacy claims, shareholder disputes, professional negligence claims, defamation, and breach of contract claims (often with an international element). Harriet also has experience of mediation and arbitration.
Harriet has assisted with international arbitrations (ICC and GAFTA), involving large-scale document production and review, the use of electronic document management platforms and preparation for fully remote or hybrid hearings.
Memberships and Professional Bodies
- Junior Lawyers Division – Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire
- Young International Arbitration Group
- The Law Society’s Women Lawyers Division
Recent Articles
- 04-01-2021 - Mediation Client Guide
