Katherine Hawes

An industry leader in Maritime Law, Katherine Hawes is a marine environment lawyer and Principal Solicitor at Aquarius Lawyers. She specialises in environmental and marine law, advising clients on issues such as marine conservation, coastal and ocean governance, environmental regulation, and compliance. Her work focuses on protecting marine ecosystems and navigating the legal frameworks that regulate activities in marine and coastal environments.

Katherine assists clients in the following aspects:

Regulatory Advice & Compliance

Advises clients on complying with marine and environmental legislation, including coastal development regulations, marine park laws, fisheries laws, and environmental protection requirements.

Approvals & Permitting

Assists businesses, developers, and organisations in securing permits and approvals for activities in marine and coastal environments, ensuring projects meet environmental standards.

Environmental Impact & Risk Management

Provides guidance on environmental impact assessments, risk mitigation strategies, and legal obligations relating to marine ecosystems.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Represents clients in disputes involving marine environmental issues, regulatory enforcement actions, or challenges to development approvals.

Policy & Governance Advice

Advises on marine governance frameworks, conservation policies, and regulatory reform, supporting sustainable ocean and coastal management.

Conservation & Advocacy Support

Works with organisations, community groups, or stakeholders to navigate legal pathways that protect marine biodiversity and environmental interests.

Her work typically combines environmental protection principles with practical legal solutions for clients operating in or impacting marine environments.

Protect your blue economy business by booking a legal strategy session with Katherine today