Dr. Cathy Sherry

Biography

Cathy Sherry is a professor at Macquarie University with a focus on land law, particularly in relation to high-density development. She authored the book 'Strata Title Property Rights: Private Governance of Multi-Owned Properties' (Routledge, 2017), which examines the intricacies of strata title laws in Australia and their impact on collective ownership. Her research is widely cited and has influenced significant legal reforms, including in New South Wales where she advocated for the removal of prohibitions on companion animals in strata schemes. Actively engaged in academic discourse, she has published in prestigious journals covering various aspects of strata title and its legal implications, including the intersection of discrimination law with property governance. Professor Sherry's expertise extends internationally where she advises on laws governing multi-owned properties and has collaborated with organizations such as the International Finance Corporation on legal reforms in Fiji. Additionally, she leads projects that promote urban agriculture and green infrastructure, enhancing the dialogue around liveable cities. As an educator, she teaches property and equity courses, striving to foster a practical understanding of legal principles among her students, alongside innovative courses addressing food law in the context of sustainability.

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