Prominent construction lawyer joins firm
Weightmans LLP has appointed Colette Morgan-Ford as partner in the firm’s construction team.
Colette joins Weightmans from Pinsent Masons and joins nine other specialist construction lawyers in their Manchester office.
She has over 15 years experience specialising in dispute resolution and strategic advice in relation to construction and engineering projects, including PFI. She has advised on the major standard form suites of contracts such as FIDIC, JCT, NEC and bespoke contracts, and has represented contractors, sub contractors, employers and developers in adjudication, litigation, mediation and arbitration (both domestically and internationally).
Colette has lectured on construction and engineering matters at the University of West of England, has published articles on matters of construction law and has delivered training to numerous clients and for the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
John Cleaveley, partner and head of construction at Weightmans said: “Colette has a solid track record for building relationships of strength and depth and for delivering a valued service and positive strategic solutions, resulting in mutual success for firm and clients alike. She is a fantastic addition to the team and we are delighted to have her on board.”
Colette added: “The decision to join Weightmans was an easy one—it is an ambitious firm with a great culture and reputation for excellent client service. I’m looking forward to building on this further as I seek to develop and look for growth opportunities with both current and new clients.”
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