Kate Livesey

UK Bar

Kate Livesey is a prominent junior who frequently appears unled in the TCC and before international tribunals, with a particular emphasis on construction-related professional negligence cases. She has represented an array of clients, including contractors, subcontractors and insurers in a number of high-value disputes.

"Kate combines profound knowledge of commercial legal issues with a highly effective advocacy style and an amiable, yet rational approach."

Kate Livesey is a talented junior, particularly sought after for her skill in project insurance matters, as well as contractual and payment disputes. Her energy expertise spans renewables through to oil and gas.

"Kate Livesey is very on the ball, incisive and hard-working."

Kate Livesey is a highly regarded barrister who handles a wide array of professional negligence claims, including those brought against insurance brokers, solicitors and many others. A significant amount of her work also comes from the construction sector. She acts in both litigation and arbitration proceedings.

"Kate is an incredibly advocate. Her technical ability and passion is second to none."

"Kate does a significant amount of work, is forensic and knows the law inside out."

Kate Livesey has a broad professional negligence practice that sees her acting in technology and construction disputes. She has appeared in multiple cases acting for civil and structural engineers.

"Kate has extraordinarily good judgement."

Kate Livesey leverages her enviable expertise in construction and professional negligence to handle a variety of disputes arising from property damage. She acts for contractors and insurers and regularly appears in multiparty disputes before the TCC.

"Kate is excellent in the trifecta of insurance, professional negligence and construction. These skills make her good in property damage claims."