Harriet Atkin, a partner at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP, has been shortlisted for Legal Professional of the Year at the Manchester Young Talent Awards 2025.
The awards, which celebrate the outstanding achievements of young professionals across Greater Manchester, will take place on 7 November.
Recognised as one of the city’s leading events for emerging talent, the JCI Manchester Young Talent Awards shine a spotlight on individuals who are making a significant impact in their industries and communities.
Harriet, who specialises in contentious construction law, has been recognised for her legal expertise in sectors including energy, infrastructure, and engineering, where she brings a commercial and strategic approach to resolving disputes efficiently.
Harriet is the youngest Member at Clarke Willmott; she qualified as a solicitor in 2016 and was promoted to junior Partner in 2024, becoming a Member in April 2025.
Harriet Atkin, partner, Clarke Willmott said:
“I am honoured to have been shortlisted for Legal Professional of the Year at the JCI Manchester Awards. Manchester is home to an exceptional network of professionals driving change in their sectors and communities, so it is a real privilege to be recognised alongside them. I look forward to celebrating with the other finalists in November.”
Ed Foulkes, partner and head of the Manchester office at Clarke Willmott, added:
“Harriet is a standout construction lawyer. She’s delivered major client wins, secured multi-million pound settlements, and driven strategic growth across two key practice areas since joining the firm. Her coaching of junior lawyers is helping to shape the future of the Manchester construction team. Recognised by Chambers and clients alike, she’s praised for creativity, clarity, and dedication to her clients and colleagues.”
JCI Manchester is a voluntary personal development organisation for young professionals and entrepreneurs. It is a local organisation, which is part of the larger global network that is Junior Chamber International (JCI). JCI has around 200,000 members in 100 countries.
Clarke Willmott has specialist teams in contentious and non-contentious construction and advises on every aspect of the procurement process in a number of sectors, including green energy, transport, local government, infrastructure, social housing, retail and facilities management.
For more information please visit our construction law page.
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