About Higgs LLP
I am a construction and engineering law specialist with the expertise and experience to assist clients through the life-cycle of a project.
I'm Rachael Hobbis. I am a partner and Head of the Construction and Engineering team at Higgs. Prior to joining Higgs LLP in 2018, I worked for a national top 50 law firm for over 10 years.
I specialise in all aspects of construction law and have more than 15 years’ experience advising employers, funders, end-users, contractors, sub-contractors, designers and consultants on all major forms of construction, engineering, demolition, energy and development contracts, advising throughout the entire life cycle of the project, identifying and advising upon the correct procurement and contract strategy, negotiating and drafting contracts and risk strategy, and advising on dispute avoidance and resolution.
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A landmark moment for postmodern heritage.
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Practical policy actions to speed up low carbon adoption while maintaining installation safety and competency.
Frank Duffy: Researcher and Practitioner
Reflections on achievements and relevance to the wider research and practice communities.
The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Fire doors
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Cutting construction carbon footprint by caring for soil
Is construction neglecting one of the planet’s most powerful carbon stores and one of our greatest natural climate allies.