FMC Announces New Partners John Haythorne and Karen Martin in Vancouver office
October 6 2008 - Vancouver
Experts reflect national and international depth of experience in P3, infrastructure and construction law
Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP (FMC), one of Canada’s leading business and litigation law firms, is pleased to announce that John S. Haythorne and Karen Martin have joined the firm’s partnership. Based in FMC’s Vancouver office, Mr. Haythorne and Ms. Martin will bring expanded depth and expertise to the firm’s public-private partnership (P3), infrastructure, construction, and litigation groups.
John Haythorne is a nationally recognized leader in the areas of P3, infrastructure, construction and engineering. He is an experienced lecturer and often speaks at universities and colleges as well as at professional Continuing Legal Education sessions. Recognized by Chambers Global 2008, Mr. Haythorne is a significant addition to FMC’s national P3 and infrastructure group, where he will provide counsel in construction and engineering law, with a special emphasis on negotiating and drafting contracts and public-private partnerships. Following a brief career as a professional engineer, Mr. Haythorne was called to the Bar in 1981.
Karen Martin has 23 years experience in engineering and construction litigation law, with a focus on providing strategic advice on construction projects and resolution of construction disputes. She has an extensive background in the negotiation, litigation, mediation and arbitration of construction and related disputes. Her expertise has been recognized by regional organizations and by Lexpert in the area of construction law. Ms. Martin has authored many articles related to her expertise, and is a regular speaker on litigation and construction issues.
"The addition of John Haythorne and Karen Martin to our Vancouver office illustrates one of FMC’s core beliefs: our people are our greatest strength," says John Sandrelli, Managing Partner of FMC’s Vancouver office. "Both of these knowledgeable lawyers have developed strong relationships in British Columbia, as well as nationally and internationally. They will deliver a wealth of insight and expertise to their respective groups, ensuring that we have the best resources in place to address our clients’ diverse and evolving needs. We welcome them to our firm and look forward to introducing them to our clients in Vancouver, across Canada, and around the globe."
For more information, contact:
Alison Janzen
Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP
416-863-4455
alison.janzen@fmc-law.com
Matthew Kanas
Maverick Public Relations Inc.
(416) 640-5525, ext. 237
matthewk@maverickpr.com
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