Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP has a diverse personal injury practice and advises clients on the defence of claims relating to industrial accidents, industrial liability and asbestos-related diseases. The team is distinguished by the direct instructions it receives from companies in addition to its work for insurers. Public transport is at the centre of the practice, as is the treatment of falls on buses. David Brown leads the team and is hailed as “extremely professional”. “They have a high level of knowledge of the commercial and professional aspects of the professional negligence litigation they handle, combined with first-rate legal expertise. They are also very sensitive to the needs and interests of their clients. “Sarah Rutnah is a confident, very knowledgeable and professional lawyer who does not take prisoners and is so focused that you are convinced that you are the only pebble on the beach. Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is renowned for its strong international dispute resolution practice in the UK and around the world, working for large, respected organizations around the world. The firm`s professional claims capabilities have recently been strengthened by the arrival of experienced practitioner William Glassey of Mayer Brown International LLP. The firm has experience in insurance and financial matters and is considered one of the most important advisors on complex and high-value claims faced by large financial institutions. Paul Lewis is recognized for his expertise in litigation with lawyers, insurance brokers and pension advisors, while Sarah McNally, an “exceptional jurist,” works on the firm`s most complex insurance matters. New partner Antonia Pegden is another important member of the team. Insurance specialist Plexus Law`s Financial Lines practice spans London, Leeds, Manchester and Taunton, deploying partner-led teams who are “closely involved in business, but in a cost-effective manner”.
Team Leader Andrew Crocombe specializes in coverage litigation and the defense of claims against professionals, D&O`s and corporations. Jacqui Gillespie has experience with claims against lawyers and licensed funders. Alasdair Dick is regularly briefed on high-profile construction issues and is someone who “identifies the real problems and takes a proactive approach to finding solutions”. Taylor Wessing LLP has earned a reputation for its expertise in the area of professional negligence of consequences, with “a thorough knowledge of the reality of auditing within any other London litigation team”. The firm also handles high-profile claims for financial, legal and construction negligence. Andrew Howell, “an intelligent and diligent partner sensitive to his clients` priorities,” handles disputes between accountants, accountants, accountants, appraisers, architects, appraisers, lawyers and investment advisors. Howell and Julian Randall have dealt with some of the most high-profile audit negligence cases in recent years. Stuart Broom is a very smart junior partner, while senior partner Stephanie High is a name to watch. “DWF has extensive experience in professional negligence stemming from its long-standing relationships and relationships with the insurance companies that fund most defendants in professional negligence actions. The large number of professional negligence partners they possess that are of the highest quality is unmatched. “DAC Beachcroft LLP`s business experience team that attracts the highest quality business work” is “an exceptional group of hard-working, client-focused lawyers who truly care about their cases and their clients.” The practice has extensive experience in financial services and insurance claims litigation and has recently expanded to junior to expand its expertise in the areas of cybercrime and data, pensions and white-collar crime. Daniel Preddy and Ben Daniels jointly lead the department; Preddy has remarkable financial and mis-selling skills, while Daniels handles fraud and injunctions.
Rebecca Smith is the primary point of contact for pension and trust litigation, Simon Thomas is involved in fraud, cybersecurity and asset recovery, Chris leads the white-collar crime group, and Alex Paterson works for clients in the healthcare and finance sector. At the General Counsel level, Martin Langley focuses on the banking and technology sectors. “Paul Castellani – book for pound, the best IP lawyer charged with professional negligence I`ve ever worked with.” “David Pickstone is an excellent communicator – extremely good at communicating complex legal issues to lay people.” Burges Salmon LLP has a primarily plaintiff practice covering a range of areas of professional negligence, including claims relating to pension plans, lawyers and appraisers. The team has recently noticed an increase in requests for professional advice during the Covid-19 pandemic. Andrew Burnette is the head of the firm, specialising in claims against lawyers, appraisers, accountants and financial services companies, splitting his time between London and Bristol. Justin Briggs has a proven track record in the area of pension rights. “The excellent industry knowledge in the financial and insurance industry means Reed Smith is at the top of the list when it comes to lawsuits against dealers, fund managers and other regulated professionals.” “The team has a variety of skills and abilities, including using the resources of other teams to help with legal advice. The company ensures that we have good contacts with a number of offices and teams that support us in their overall offer and that bookings and billing are transparent. “The team has a lot of experience in supporting clients and policyholders. Not only do they understand what these two types of customers need, but they also have extensive experience with the types of cases these customers are involved in. This means that they can deal with all aspects that arise in such cases safely.
This is a very great strength and it means that cases are much more likely to reach an acceptable solution. “DAC Beachcroft is one of the best in this business. A team with fantastic depth, they consistently produce good results at competitive prices. They are excellent at keeping us informed of important legal decisions and creating useful articles that summarize the potential long-term impact of these decisions on the medical world. Simon Perkins, who leads the way forward, excels at hosting webinars for our members on a variety of interesting topics. “A strong team with extensive experience, especially in the area of audit negligence. In my experience, the firm has strong personalities at all levels. “Mark Aizlewood is a true gem that offers thoughtful and cost-effective compensation for claims of all sizes. He really seems to care about the outcome and it`s a pleasure to work with.
“Harriet Munro is a real star. Calm, almost relaxed behavior deftly masks a sharp mind and a wild work ethic. These characteristics, combined with previous experience working with insurance clients in London, make it a leading player in the professional negligence market. “Browne Jacobson`s clinical neglect defense team has always been impressive. Claims are well managed and legal counsel`s documents are always well prepared. My experience with file editors is that they are experienced and have their cases under control, so claims are in good hands from start to finish. The online document management system introduced during Covid is, in my experience, efficient and secure, with no access difficulties. Overall, a really strong NHS panel company. “Paul Castellani is brilliant.
His work is second to none; He makes sure to know every detail of each claim and develops solutions and tactics that prevail. A very safe pair of hands to handle any professional compensation claim on any topic. Personally, he is very approachable and it is a pleasure to work with. “Beale & Co is already a strong team in primary insurance and reinsurance (and the intersection of insurance broker negligence claims) and recently added Ross Baker and Martin Jensen of BLM at the partner level, as well as experienced staff. Duncan Lewis Solicitors handles a variety of complex claims, with a focus on assisting vulnerable clients in cases of lawyer negligence. The firm also acts in the context of claims against legal, construction, engineering and financial professionals. Sobashni De Silva has over fifteen years of experience representing a diverse clientele in a range of claims, while Anthony Okumah also has expertise in claims against legal and financial professionals. At DAC Beachcroft LLP, the Clinical Negligence team sits on the NHS Resolution Committee and provides `first-class service` in complex, high-quality cases involving child injuries, mental health issues and large group claims. The firm is also engaged by insurers and private health care providers to act in their defense. Nigel Montgomery has over 25 years of experience in this field. Rachel Roberts-Jenkins and Hannah Volpe lead cases for the NHS with expertise in handling complex claims related to hospital-acquired infections and birth, brain and spine injuries. Simon Perkins handles claims on behalf of large insurers and is valued by clients for his business advice.
When it comes to personal injury, Sally Yuill is the key name to consider. “I`m a long-time fan of Nick Bird at CPP. It is one of the leading names in attorney`s negligence claims.
