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.
Featured articles and news
A dynamic brand built for impact stitched into BSRIA’s building fabric.
BS 9991:2024 and the recently published CLC advisory note
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Challenges of the net zero transition in Scotland
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Report from the NRH in partnership with Impact on Urban Health.
.Cold chain condensing units market update
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Attending a conservation training course, personal account
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Restoring Alexander Pope's grotto
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International Women's Day 8 March, 2025
Accelerating Action for For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.
Lack of construction careers advice threatens housing targets
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BSRIA market intelligence division key appointment
Lisa Wiltshire to lead rapidly growing Market Intelligence division.