Gatwick
Second Floor, The Portland Building, 25 High Street
01293 737 984(Telephone)
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:30am–5:30pm
Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed
Katie Byrne
Partner & National Head
Commercial Dispute Resolution
National
"Katie Byrne is an outstanding lawyer. She can quickly absorb large volumes of information, understand complex situations and formulate a response strategy. She provides very clear advice"
– Legal 500
I am the Head of the Commercial Dispute Resolution team, leading a national practice of specialist commercial litigation and dispute resolution lawyers. Together, we are known for handling high-value, complex matters, delivering strong outcomes for our clients across a wide range of sectors.
I understand that disputes can be disruptive, resource-intensive and, at times, uncertain. I focus on providing clear guidance and reassurance throughout the process.
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Katie is based in these locations but works with clients across the UK
London
The Northcliffe, 28 Tudor Street, Temple, London, EC4Y 0AY
0203 582 6232(Telephone)
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00am–6:00pm
Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed
Gatwick
Second Floor, The Portland Building, 25 High Street01293 737 984(Telephone)View office detailsOpening HoursMon - Fri: 8:30am–5:30pm
Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed
London
The Northcliffe, 28 Tudor Street, Temple, London, EC4Y 0AY0203 582 6232(Telephone)View office detailsOpening HoursMon - Fri: 8:00am–6:00pm
Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed
More about Katie
My core expertise lies in commercial litigation and dispute resolution, with a particular focus on:
- Complex commercial contract disputes
- Professional negligence claims
- Banking and financial disputes
- Cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters.
I typically advise:
- Large corporates and international businesses
- Financial institutions and banks
- High-net-worth individuals
- General Counsel and in-house legal teams (through my leadership of the firm's General Counsel programme).
Geographically, my work spans both UK and international disputes, often involving cross-border issues. In terms of impact, I:
- Deliver clear, commercially aligned legal strategies on complex disputes
- Help clients mitigate risk and resolve high-stakes litigation efficiently
- Provide rapid, pragmatic advice in time-critical situations
- Support organisations in aligning their legal approach with wider commercial objectives
- Advise strategically on dispute avoidance and risk strategy
- Work seamlessly with in-house teams to provide commercially aligned strategic advice.