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18 May 2021
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Birketts—Catherine Andrews

Birketts’ construction and engineering team hires new partner

Birketts has boosted its construction and engineering expertise with the hire of new partner, Catherine Andrews.

Catherine brings with her over 20 years experience in acting for a wide range of clients including employers, contractors, developers, sub-contractors and public sector bodies, with a particular focus on construction and engineering disputes.

Commenting on her appointment, Catherine said: 'This is a great opportunity to take on a new challenge, as I join one of the largest and most highly regarded construction and engineering legal teams in the eastern region. The team have been very welcoming, and I am looking forward to starting the role and to my future with Birketts.'

Stefan Harris-Wright, partner and head of the team, added: 'It’s a pleasure to welcome Catherine to the team. We are proud to be able to offer genuine expertise and depth of practice in our construction team, and I have no doubt that Catherine will make a fantastic addition to the group.'

Catherine will be based at Birketts’ Ipswich office, and will work with colleagues across its Cambridge, Chelmsford, London and Norwich offices.

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