Katherine is a regulatory and commercial lawyer who specialises in regulated sectors, including rail and utilities.

She has broad experience advising public sector clients on regulatory issues. Before joining  Osborne Clarke in October 2022, she worked at the Office of Rail and Road. In this role, she advised clients in relation to the periodic review of Network Rail, as well as the regulation of other rail networks including High Speed One. She also worked on competition enforcement cases and competition policy.

Katherine has over ten years' of experience working for government regulators. She previously worked for Ofwat, where she advised policy clients on regulatory and competition issues in the newly created retail market for water services. 

Helping you succeed in tomorrow's world

I help my clients to find practical solutions to make working together simple, effective and delivery-focused. I am also passionate about diversity, and believe that people from all backgrounds and cultures have something to give. I am an active member of Osborne Clarke's Multi Faith network and encourage other staff to become involved with the events we run, as I think everyone can contribute to inclusivity in the workplace.  

Department for Transport

Advised the Department for Transport in relation to its fares, ticketing and retail policy as well as rail transformation issues. 

Water regulatory advice

Advised an investor in relation to their regulatory and licence obligations when a group company gained a licence to become a water company under the "New Appointments and Variations" regime 
 

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