Katherine is a Solicitor in our Real Estate team.
Katherine graduated from the University of Exeter in 2019 with a 2:1 LLB Law (Hons), and subsequently obtained a distinction in LLM Law and Practice Course from the University of Law. Katherine began her career in the financial services industry before joining Gardner Leader in 2023.
Commercial Real Estate
Katherine has worked on a range of commercial real estate transactions, and has a keen interest in technical planning law.
Work Highlights within Discipline:
- Assisted with analysis of complex planning considerations in development projects including significant life sciences development site, and redevelopment of London site.
- Worked on property arm of corporate merger of property development companies.
- Assisted in multiple adverse possession applications and with registration and management of substantial estates.
- Assisted in drafting and negotiation of institutional leases.
Dispute Resolution
During her training seats in Property Litigation and Commercial Litigation, Katherine has gained experience of litigating in various forums including the King’s Bench and Chancery Divisions of the High Court, ICC arbitrations and mediation. Katherine has developed a pragmatic approach to problem-solving as well as a practical understanding of several areas of commercial and property law.
Work Highlights within Discipline:
- Preparation for, and assistance with, 4-week trial in High Court Chancery Division.
- Assisted in multiple ICC arbitrations seated in London; acting for Claimant in a claim of breach of contract and/or fiduciary duties under an international management agreement, and acting for Respondent in the disputed application of an insurance policy following a claim of breach of fiduciary duty.
- Provided analytical support in disclosure arm of multi-party, multi-jurisdiction claim involving alleged high value fraud; and high-value alleged property fraud dispute.
- Assisted in disputes not limited to partnership disputes, breach of contract, boundary disputes and insolvency matters.