Hilary Henley

Senior Associate Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP
Hilary Henley

Hilary Henley

Biography

Hilary Henley focuses her practice on construction project disputes and professional liability issues. She provides support to clients who find themselves entangled in construction-related disputes by helping them navigate the dispute resolution process to reach a resolution. Hilary takes a hands-on approach to dispute resolution and provides her clients with concrete solutions to mitigate cost, time and resource impacts. 

Prior to joining us, Hilary served as in-house counsel for several years. At the time, she dealt with construction issues with a municipal authority in Ontario and a health authority in British Columbia. In these roles, she gained experience advising owners on a multitude of legal issues affecting all aspects of construction law, including dispute resolution, procurement and contract development. 

Professional experience

Education

Education

J.D., University of Windsor, 2017
B.A.(Hons.), Western University, 2014

Admissions

Admissions

  • British Columbia 2021
  • Ontario 2018

Publications

Publications

  • "Municipal Procurement: Contractor Debarment & Responsibilities Under Ontario's Occupational Health & Safety Act," Digest of Municipal & Planning Law, Toronto, Ontario, February 2020.
  • "Discretion, Fairness & Responsibility in Procurement: Interpaving Limited v. City of Greater Sudbury," Municipal World, Ontario, October 2019.

Speaking engagements

Speaking engagements

  • "Adapting to the New Construction Act: Tips and Considerations for Municipal Owners," MLDAO Fall Conference, Municipal Law Departments Association of Ontario, North Bay, ON, October 2019.

Memberships and activities

Memberships and activities

  • Canadian Bar Association (BC branch)
  • Women's Infrastructure Network (BC chapter)
  • Access Pro Bono

Languages

Languages

  • English

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