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Construction specialist bolsters services at top law firm

Aaron & Partners LLP has added experienced construction and engineering solicitor Kate Chalkey to its team

A leading legal practice has strengthened its team by appointing a senior solicitor to handle a wide-range of construction and engineering work.

Kate Chalkey joins the firm’s highly respected Planning, Environmental, Energy and Regulation (PEER) team as a Senior Associate specialising in construction and engineering law.

Kate is highly experienced in managing the resolution of construction disputes concerning non-payment, performance, delay and disruption, breach of contract and termination. This experience renders her well-equipped to draft and negotiate contract documents which minimise potential risk and liability for her clients.

“I’m thrilled to join Aaron & Partners and bring a new dimension to a team that is already very well regarded.” said Kate.

“The PEER team are recognised nationally for their expertise and knowledge, and they have a reputation for delivering stellar advice to clients across the UK. I’m pleased to bring a different area of knowledge to the team, with my construction background, which will expand the offering and enable us to help even more clients across the country.”

Kate’s extensive industry experience managing the resolution of construction disputes will see her play a leading role drafting and negotiating commercial contracts which minimise potential risk and liability for clients.

After studying Law at the University of Sheffield, Kate obtained a distinction in her Master’s degree in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution from Leeds Beckett University and was awarded the Keating Chambers’ Prize for achieving the highest grade on the course.

Kate is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the leading professional body for dispute avoidance and dispute management.

Aaron & Partners’ PEER team has also announced the appointment of Solicitor, Marc Sorrentino. After gaining a degree from Cardiff University, Marc went on to complete his legal studies at the University of Law in Chester.

He joined Aaron & Partners in 2016 where he completed his training contract with seats across various teams within the firm.

David Harries, Partner and Head of the PEER team, said: “We’re delighted to welcome both Kate and Marc to the team. Kate brings a wealth of specialist construction knowledge, which strengthens the services and support we can offer.

“Marc is another great addition to the team, and despite being newly qualified he already has a vast amount of knowledge across a number of matters.

“Both of their in-depth skillsets and experience will further enable us to offer bespoke, practical and pragmatic solutions for our clients.”

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