Solicitor

Victoria Hatton

Victoria Hatton is a successful Dispute Resolution Lawyer with a passion to solve problems. Her energy and enthusiasm for the work she does, has helped clients all around the world, navigate complex commercial contract disputes, litigation and arbitration.

Prior to joining Tenet, Victoria was based in London having worked for global and boutique city law firms. Her commercial and technical expertise are wide ranging and she now also heads up projects for clients across the Shipping and Maritime sector.

About Me

My work predominantly involves advising my individual and business clients on commercial contracts, and disputes arising from the same. I have represented clients in matters involving links to nearly every continent.

Over the years, my experience has developed to include: advising on complex business disputes ranging from oil & gas shipping matters, charterparties, etc, to more general commercial breach of contract disputes involving insurance, trade, finance issues, and more.

My clients and colleagues find value in my ability to deliver creative solutions. The combination of my friendly and approachable personality, self-motivation and excellent organisational skills, are qualities I get complimented on the most. I absolutely love being part of this Tenet Tribe because of: the people, the clients and the true flexibility to carve out a career that suits me.

I am also proud to be acknowledged as a Mindset Coach, for Lawyers. My work in this role involves Coaching Lawyers of all levels: from Students to Partners – helping them be the best version of themselves and supporting them to reach their goals. I also strive to improve the legal industry through awareness of important issues such as: mental health, social mobility, diversity and inclusivity.

Expertise

Broad Commercial Contracts experience includes:

Drafting / reviewing contracts
Litigation
Arbitration
Mediation
Negotiations
Advocacy
High value / complex matters (High Court / Court of Appeal / Supreme Court)
Domestic and International / Multi-jurisdictional disputes
Claimant and Defendant work (including large scale multi-party matters)

Accomplishments

Trusted Advisor, and numerous successes for business clients: in courts, arbitrations, mediations, settlements and more (2012-2023) – resulting in the recovery of millions of £/$.
Finalist – 100 Years of Women in Law – photography competition to showcase Lawyers just the ‘Way We Are’ (2023).
Invited to sit on the Advisory Board for her former Law & Business School (2022).
The Law Society Excellence Awards Winner of the ‘Small Law Firm of the Year’ (2021) Award.
Mental Health First Aid England Trained (2021).
Certified Mindset Coach for Lawyers & All (2020).
Double Scholarship Holder – Master’s Scholarship (2012) and Principal’s Scholarship (2009).
First Class Honours in Law (2008) – Ranked First Overall.
Nominated as Champion of the Year 2023 in The Inspirational Women in Law Awards hosted by Next 100.

Media & Collaboration

Invited by the University of East London to speak at ‘Evening with the Experts’ event. Victoria shared her story and spoke about her background and becoming a Lawyer against the odds. She shared tips and advice around work experience, overcoming obstacles, and achieving your goals.
Ongoing Mentoring Partnership with the University of East London.
Created and launched e-Coaching modules with the Law Society of England & Wales to help Lawyers & All with their Career & Mindset.