Catherine DiMarco has more than 20 years of construction contract and claims experience. Certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a specialist in construction law, with a deep understanding of the industry, Catherine provides practical guidance on the pursuit or defence of claims, managing risks during contract negotiations, and assisting with project delivery plans.
When disputes arise, she represents different sectors of the construction industry on claims, or on the defence of claims. These sectors include owners, general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, as well as design and engineering professionals. Clients appreciate her ability to distill and prioritize key issues and salient facts that arise in complex construction disputes. Her practical and creative approach to dispute resolution is guided by both business drivers and legal remedies.
Catherine is recognized by the Best Lawyers of Canada™ as a leading lawyer in construction law and as a leading practitioner by The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. In 2019, Catherine was selected to become a Fellow in the Construction Lawyers Society of America. The CLSA Followship is limited to 1,200 practicing lawyers worldwide, and Catherine’s selection as a Fellow speaks directly to the depth of her experience and her accomplishments.
In addition, Catherine is a member of the Canadian Bar Association Construction and Infrastructure Law Section Executive Committee, she is the past-chair of the Ontario Bar Association Construction and Infrastructure Law Section, and she is a regional co-director (Ontario) of the Society of Construction Law. Previously, she served as a member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Canadian Construction Association.