Laura Sochat joins HKA’s Economics team in London as Director
HKA has strengthened its Economics team in London with Laura Sochat, who has been appointed as a Director.
Laura Sochat brings over a decade of experience in economics consulting and academia, with a strong focus on the energy sector, regulatory and policy advisory, and international arbitration.
Throughout her career, Sochat has acted as project manager and appointed expert in cases spanning multiple jurisdictions, providing economic analysis, financial and economic modelling for damages estimation and asset valuation, structuring and writing expert reports, and preparing, attending, and testifying at final hearings.
Her experience includes advising on regulatory frameworks and market design for integrated energy companies and utilities, as well as leading strategic engagements for industry bodies. Sochat has worked extensively on disputes involving LNG production, power generation, and energy infrastructure, alongside valuation and damages assessments in investor-state and commercial arbitration contexts.
Commenting on her move to HKA, Sochat said, “HKA’s reputation for excellence and its commitment to delivering robust, insightful analysis in complex disputes aligns perfectly with my experience and passion. I’m thrilled to be joining HKA and look forward to working with colleagues in the UK, Europe and globally.”
Chris Williams, Partner and Head of Economics at HKA, said: “Laura’s arrival augments and reinforces our Economics practice, particularly in energy and investor-state arbitration. Her experience as an expert witness and her leadership in complex disputes will be invaluable as we continue to expand our capabilities internationally.”
Prior to joining HKA, Laura was a Principal in the Energy Practice at Charles River Associates and previously worked in competition economics. She began her career as a Teaching Fellow in the Economics Department at the University of Warwick, teaching microeconomics, macroeconomics, money and banking, statistics, and econometrics.
